Help to transform our extraordinary hospital into something even better.
View: 3178
Download: 13
Children sometimes swallow foreign objects such as coins, toys and batteries. When an object is swallowed it will normally travel through the digestive system (see picture) without causing any problems or side effects.
These include:
If your child has swallowed a metallic object such as a coin, they may be assessed with a metal detector. This will confirm that they have swallowed the item, and also identify if the object is in a safe location.
Most children will pass the object on their own in 2 to 10 days. Observe your child at home for any developing symptoms and return to Emergency Department or GP if your child complains of:
You can find more information including safety advice here: Healthier Together: Swallowed foreign objects
Please note: this is a generic information sheet relating to care at Sheffield Children’s NHS FT. These details may not reflect treatment at other hospitals. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professionals’ instructions. If this resource relates to medicines, please read it alongside the medicine manufacturer’s patient information leaflet. If this information has been translated into another language from English, efforts have been made to maintain accuracy, but there may still be some translation errors. If you are unsure about any of the guidance in this resource or have specific questions about how it relates to your child, always ask your healthcare professional for further advice.
Resource number: ED47
Resource Type: Article
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom
Switchboard: 0114 271 7000
We’ve got a special MRI scanner just for teddies so children can see what it’s like before they have a scan.
Help to transform our extraordinary hospital into something even better.