Button batteries can pose severe risks if children swallow them. Learn the dangers, symptoms, and essential actions to take if a child swallows one.Prefer HTon Google Small, shiny button batteries found in toys, remote controls, watches, hearing aids and other household devices may look harmless. But if swallowed by a child, they can become a life-threatening medical emergency. When a button battery becomes lodged in the oesophagus, severe tissue injury can develop in less than two hours, making prompt medical attention essential.Neonatologist Dr Bhawna Malik explains how button batteries can turn into life-threatening emergencies for kids (Adobe Stock)Tavishi Dogra is a Deputy Chief Content Producer, Health & Wellness, at Hindustan Times. She has over 9 years of experience writing about fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being, translating medical research and expert insights into practical advice readers can trust.
Career journey and experience
Tavishi began her health journalism journey in 2017, and has since reported for RSTV, Financial Express, Jagran, HT Media Labs and Zee. She joined Hindustan Times to simplify wellness subjects by cutting through jargon.
From decoding health trends and interviewing doctors to testing fitness routines herself, Tavishi always approaches content with one filter: “Will this help someone make a better decision today?”
