The Special Danger of Button Batteries
Button batteries deserve special attention.
If lodged inside the nose, ear, or swallowed, they can produce electrical currents that burn tissue rapidly.
Serious injuries may occur within just a few hours.
Immediate emergency care is essential.
Magnets Are More Dangerous Than They Look
Small powerful magnets can be life-threatening if swallowed.
When multiple magnets are ingested, they may attract each other through intestinal walls.
This can cause:
- Tissue death
- Holes in the intestines
- Infection
- Emergency surgery
Medical Evaluation
Doctors typically begin by asking what object was inserted and when the incident occurred.
Depending on the situation, they may perform:
- Physical examination
- X-rays
- Ultrasound
- CT scan
- Endoscopy
These tests help determine the safest removal method.
