Swallowed hair while eating

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Asked for Male, 28 Years

I have swallowed some 3-4 small hair while having food today. What can be the possible health issues and whether is it a serious issue ? Can some gastroenterologist guide me what would be the symptoms or indications , when I need to get alert ?

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Dr. Rahul Poddar Laparoscopic Surgeon 10 yrs exp Ghaziabad · Accepted Answer

Dr. Rahul Poddar

Laparoscopic Surgeon 10 yrs exp Ghaziabad

Swallowing few small hairs is not a problem. But if this is happening frequently it is a problem. Some psychological evaluation may be required. Few hairs are unlikely to causes any SYMPTOMS. But please make sure this doesn't happen again.

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