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Ceiling tile removed and particles fell. baby touched carpet underneath. put hand mouth. what if she swallowed tiny amount of fiberglass?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Unlikely: Unless the baby was there for an extended period of time , I would not be concerned! Vacuum thoroughly!!! and NOT TO WORRY...it will pass in feces.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 2/9/2015

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Dr. Venkata Vallury answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Tile: should not have any effect with that tiny amount don't worry

Answered 2/9/2015

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A member asked:

Ceiling tile removed and particles fell. baby touched carpet underneath. put hand mouth. what if she swallowed tiny amount of fiberglass?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Dr Hodge agreed

Dr. Venkata Vallury answered

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