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Pune boy swallows 7 magnets, doctors warn of serious health risks
short by / on Friday, 16 January, 2026
A 9-year-old boy from Pune swallowed seven magnets while playing at home, causing vomiting, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. Three magnets were removed via endoscope, while four required surgery. Doctors warn magnet ingestion is a medical emergency, potentially causing bowel perforation, sepsis, or death, urging parents to keep such toys out of children's reach.
read more at Medical Dialogues