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I have a big problem... i am not an adult and i accidently swallowed a water bottle cap with water my throat hurts a bit and i feel like trouble breathing but can breathe kinda fine what should i do?
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Your symptoms after swallowing a bottle cap merit an immediate visit to a hospital Emergency Dept for an exam, including X-Rays to determine the location of the foreign body (bottle cap). A consult by a gastroenterologist, pulmonologist or otolaryngologist might be needed, based upon the location of the object, to decide on its removal. Finally, technically, you're an adult.
Answered 11/11/2021
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If you can breathe, have no cough, or stomach pain, you may watch and wait. You will likely pass the bottle cap without any harm to your health.
Answered 11/17/2021
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