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I accidentally swallowed a quarter, should i be worried?

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Dr. Warren Foster answered

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No: It may be painful when it comes out in the stool, but it shouldn't hurt that much.

Answered 6/5/2021

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Dr. Ajay Acharya answered

No: It will come out at the other end ok.Avoid it. Hope you do not have hx of bowel surgery, if so get medical help

Answered 4/4/2021

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I accidentally swallowed a quarter, should i be worried?

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