Patient's question:
The baby is 16 months old and accidentally swallowed a platinum ring. It has been 12 days and it hasn't come out yet. What can be done? Does it require surgery? Is there harm to the baby if the ring stays in the stomach for a long time? How many days does it usually take for something like this to come out?Doctor's answer:
Hello, generally it is possible to pass it out through the stool, as the food will wrap it up. It will not be absorbed, so don't worry, just wait and see for now. I suggest eating more bananas, vegetables, and fruits to help soften the stool and promote its passage. It may take about 2-3 days. Additionally, if you have abdominal pain, you should promptly check whether it is causing intestinal obstruction due to this factor. You may need an ultrasound and X-ray to monitor the location of the foreign object.