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I accidently swallowed a salt sachet in a bag of salt and shake crisps. will it do any harm?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: I would anticipate this to pass through within a 24 hour period.

Answered 6/28/2016

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