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I accidentally swallowed a pill wrapped in aluminum foil the other day. is this dangerous?

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Dr. Anifat Balogun answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Aluminum foil pill: It should be fine. It has likely passed with stooling by now. I would be concerned if you have abdominal pain or difficulty swallowing.

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 12/13/2020

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