Dr Sethi MD MPH

When steel wool is ingested, the body’s natural digestive process attempts to break it down. However, due to its metallic and fibrous nature, steel wool does not digest easily. Stomach acid, composed primarily of hydrochloric acid, can react with iron over time, but given the rapid transit time through the human digestive system (24 to […]

If you have a non-stick cookware such as a frying pan, there’s a high chance that you have ingested traces of this coating in your food but this poses little health risks to humans. Today’s non-stick coating cookware contains PFAS chemicals, like PTFE, Gen X, and PFBS which only pose health risks when degraded from

Ingesting a roach killer is indeed harmful to humans. While these products contain insecticides designed to wipe out pesky roaches, they can also pose some health risks to humans and pets if ingested, inhaled, or if they come into contact with the skin. The active ingredients in the roach killer ingested will determine the symptoms

The chemicals in ant poisons are neurotoxins designed to disrupt the nervous systems of insects. While these substances are more toxic to insects due to their modes of action and the insects’ smaller sizes, they can also affect humans and pets if ingested or exposed in large amounts. Symptoms of exposure range from mild (such

It is impractical to use Chloraseptic spray without swallowing traces of it, even though you spat it out as instructed. But the focus here is on individuals who swallowed the spray accidentally or those who have been swallowing the spray because they are just not aware of the correct usage directions. Well, the amount of

Swallowing one or two unchewed tapioca pearls from boba tea is usually harmless for most people, as the digestive system can break them down over time. However, consuming large quantities without chewing can lead to potential issues, such as digestive discomfort or, in severe cases, constipation that may require medical attention. Additionally, there’s a risk

Two things are unavoidable in life, swallowing your mouthwash and growing older. So, do not panic. Even the manufacturers are aware that a slip-up is probable with liquids in the mouth. Accidentally swallowing a mouthful of Betadine Gargle is not considered harmful because its active ingredient, povidone-iodine is highly diluted to a very low concentration.

Most times, and especially when ingested in small amounts, plastic wraps can pass through the gastrointestinal tract without causing any immediate issues. However, the health risks associated with plastic wrap ingestion become more prominent if the ingested piece is relatively large. Plastic wrap poses a significant choking hazard, especially to infants and toddlers, due to

The accidental ingestion of a candy wrapper can be a concerning experience, whether it occurs out of curiosity, distraction, or the enjoyment of a sweet treat. These thin sheets designed to keep candies fresh and clean are not intended for consumption, and their accidental ingestion raises questions about potential health implications. While the human body

Every adult has probably swallowed hard candy at some point in their life and this often leads to a moment of concern since hard candies are designed to be sucked on and not swallowed or chewed. The good news is that candies, unlike other foreign objects, can be easily dissolved in the gastrointestinal tract and