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What will happen if a child swallows soap?

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Dr. Sahba Ferdowsi answered

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Seek urgent care: Depending on how much soap was ingested it would be wise to seek urgent care.

Dr Cohen agreed

Answered 3/8/2016

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Usually harmless: Most soaps are nontoxi. If you feel your child has ingested a significant amount, give them milk or water to dilute the soap. Call 911 for vomiting and diarrhea.

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

Answered 2/4/2021

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