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My 13 year-old daughter accidentally swallowed 5 ortho rubber bands in the past year (That I'm aware of) IShould I be concerned?


Posted by r.mich

could it cause gastro-intestinal damage, blockage, or other problems? I've since finding out stopped her from wearing them while eating!
 
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An average sized 13 year old is large enough to not have a problem with this.  They will most likely pass through her GI tract and come out in her stool.

 

Daniel A. 

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