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I was trying to clean my anus with cotton swab and the cotton part got stuck inside. will this come out eventually or do i have to go to a&e? i am so worried. will this cause any problems like tss?

Q: i was trying to clean my anus with cotton swab and the cotton part got stuck inside. will this come out eventually or do i have to go to a&e? i am so worried. will this cause any problems like tss?

: It will be expelled with future poops. There is no risk of tss in this setting.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

It will be expelled with future poops. There is no risk of tss in this setting.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/4/2023

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Agree with Dr. Ferguson. No harm will come from this. If you are particular about cleaning your anal region, you may consider getting a washer like Toto Washlet.

Answered 1/4/2023

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A member asked:

I was trying to clean my anus with cotton swab and the cotton part got stuck inside. will this come out eventually or do i have to go to a&e? i am so worried. will this cause any problems like tss?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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