Question
Yesterday, I found that my child may have accidentally ingested a screw with a sharp end, about 3 centimeters long, but the child is currently showing no unusual symptoms. Today, there was also no screw found in the stool.
Answer
Based on the description, the child may have swallowed a foreign object, but no discomfort has been observed. After one day, the foreign object may have already passed through the digestive system and been expelled. It is recommended to continue observing the child’s excrement and be attentive to any symptoms such as abdominal pain or vomiting. If any abnormalities or symptoms are detected, medical attention should be sought immediately. In daily life, parents should educate their children to avoid contact with and ingestion of small objects, and maintain good personal hygiene and dietary habits.