Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Delhi Boy Swallows Coins: Doctors Save Boy, Offering Safety Advice
A young boy in Delhi accidentally swallowed three coins that got stuck in his food pipe, making it hard to eat.
His parents first tried to help him at home.
But when the problem didn't go away, they took him to the hospital.
Doctors used a special tool to take the coins out.
Now, the boy is doing well.
If a kid swallows something, it's usually okay, but it's important to see a doctor if they have trouble breathing or if they seem very sleepy.
A 12-year-old boy swallowed three coins, two Rs 5 and one Rs 10, which got stuck in his food pipe.
The boy's family tried home remedies before seeking medical help at Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Hospital in Rohini.
An X-ray confirmed the coins were lodged in the esophagus, prompting an emergency procedure.
Doctors used esophagoscopy to successfully remove the coins under general anesthesia.
If a child swallows a coin, seek immediate medical attention if the child has breathing difficulties or becomes unresponsive.
- Who
- A 12-year-old boy from Sonipat, Haryana.
- What
- A 12-year-old boy swallowed three coins (₹5 and ₹10).
- When
- The incident occurred on a Wednesday morning and the boy was brought to the hospital by 11 pm.
- Where
- The incident took place in Delhi, India.
- Why
- The boy accidentally swallowed coins while playing and needed medical intervention due to complications.
Parents who give home remedies
Medical Doctors and Experts
Home remedies vs. Medical Attention
Parents who give home remedies
Parents might believe that home remedies will suffice to let the coins pass on their own
Medical Doctors and Experts
If a child has swallowing problems they may need urgent medical attention.
- Patient Age
- 12 years old
- Coins Swallowed
- Two ₹5 coins, one ₹10 coin
- Hospital
- Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Hospital, Rohini, Delhi
- Procedure
- Esophagoscopy
- Location of incident
- Delhi, India