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My 5 yr old grandson accidentally swallowed a round metal ball. its the shape and size of a marble. how long should we wait for it to appear?
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Swallowed object: If your grandson is having any difficulty breathing or is wheezing call 911. If he is breathing and talking normally then you can wait and it will pass in a day or two.
Answered 6/17/2018
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