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How soon can you leave the hospital after having your stomach pumped?

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Dr. David Mcadams answered

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Depends: It completely depends. It depends on why you had the procedure done and (more importantly) what your current condition, physical exam, and labs are doing. You will be discharged once you are deemed to be 'stable.'

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 9/26/2016

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Dr. Diane Minich answered

It is up to the: doctor and depends on what was ingested , how much and the medical condition of the patient.

Answered 7/16/2014

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A member asked:

How soon can you leave the hospital after having your stomach pumped?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. David Mcadams answered

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Dr. Diane Minich answered

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