Sometimes we are not aware of the danger of everyday objects we have at home until we know cases like Emmett, a baby who was about to die and has serious sequelae after swallowing a button battery of the television remote control. For you to see how dangerous they can be, and that of course should be prohibited.
The batteries burned his esophagus and trachea, so Emmett had to undergo treatments and numerous surgeries, in one of them they had to remove 5 centimeters of esophagus. He will have digestive and eating problems throughout his life, and he will never talk about having paralyzed vocal cords. You can see the full story in the following video, and spread it, to raise awareness about how harmful these batteries are.
Serious consequences
To the danger of having a foreign body that can obstruct or injure ducts, is added the release of corrosive and toxic substances (mercury, lithium, cadmium, manganese) that can be absorbed by the body, as well as the electrical charge, which although minimal can be conducted through body fluids.
In case of ingestion, the battery is trapped in the esophagus, injuring the mucous membrane, the muscle or causing more serious damage such as perforation of the esophagus.
Serious injuries can occur quickly after ingestion of the battery, so it is important to be very careful to avoid accidents.
What to do to avoid accidents with button batteries
The first, when buying toys. We must verify that the battery compartment is perfectly closed. Most toys come with a screw cap to prevent children from opening it.
It is also essential Store button batteries in a safe place out of the reach of children and once used discard them quickly to prevent them from going around the house.
In case of accidental ingestion, you should go immediately to the emergency room. Do not attempt to remove the battery manually, or cause vomiting or administer any medication.
