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I think i may have accidentally ingested small particles of a dish plate, is this anything to be concerned about?
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It should not carry any significant healthcare risk.
Answered 12/2/2022
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Dish plate is a broad term. Ceramic, metal, plastic, lead, copper, silver. You can never give us too many details.
Answered 12/4/2022
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