Foreign Body, Swallowed : Risk Factors
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If you breath a foreign object into the respiratory tract, it may become stuck and cause breathing problems, as well as inflammation and infection. If swallowed, a foreign object may become stuck along the digestive tract. See also: Choking
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A foreign object may become stuck in the esophagus (food tube) or trachea (windpipe). In that case, your child needs prompt medical care.
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Physical items used in play. An estimated 2.
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Toys are physical items used in play by children. An estimated 2.
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Although people know toys can be dangerous, injuries can still occur.
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