Ingested magnets
Date: June 22nd, 2008Ingested magnets
cbs5.com - Toy Magnets Damage San Jose Boy's Stomach
A South Bay mother was shocked to learn a toy magnet, smaller than the size of a pencil eraser, left devastating damage to her son's digestive system after he swallowed it. (more...)
Family Dollar Recalls Magnetic Dart Boards; Ingested Magnets Pose ...
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Beware of Small Magnets, Lead Paint When Buying Christmas Toys
X-rays are the only true way to detect ingested magnets. Most cases require surgery, but passing does occur." If your child should swallow a magnet, have X-Rays performed as soon ... (more...)
magnet Resources | BNET
Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal HazardsC1994-2008 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD RDATE:22022008 WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in ... (more...)
Gastrointestinal Injuries from Magnet Ingestion in Children ...
If caregivers suspect a child has ingested a magnet, they should seek health care promptly. Caregivers also should be aware that children might be reticent to admit ingestion ... (more...)
Ingested Magnets - Serious Intestinal Injuries
Small magnets can kill children if two or more are swallowed. ... Small magnets, like those found in magnetic building sets and other toys, can kill children if two or more are ... (more...)
Ingested Magnets Can Cause Serious Intestinal Injuries
042007 Small magnets, like those found in magnetic building sets and other toys, can kill children if two or more are swallowed. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC ... (more...)
MEGA Brands Recalls Magnetic Toys; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration ...
MEGA Brands Recalls Millions of Toys with Magnets. MEGA Brands Recalls Magnetic Toys; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards (more...)
MEGA Brands Recalls MagnaMan Magnetic Action Figures; Ingested Magnets ...
MEGA Brands Recalls MagnaMan Magnetic Action Figures; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product (more...)
Magnets in kids' toys pose broad dangers
Symptoms of ingested magnets can be mild and flu-like, but nausea, vomiting, cramps or abdominal pain should be given medical attention, especially if the child is autistic or has ... (more...)