Ingestion of water beads, bubbles or pearls, especially when swallowed before complete rehydration, is very dangerous for children.
What are the risks ?
Ingested marbles can cause intestinal obstruction, as they can greatly increase in volume several hours following ingestion. The most serious cases may require major surgery and are sometimes fatal in the absence of treatment. Like all small objects, they can also present a choking hazard.
How to prevent the risk of ingestion?
These marbles, bubbles or water beads should be held strictly out of reach of childrenwho might mistake them for candy and swallow them.
What to do in case of ingestion, even supposed?
Immediately call a poison control center for medical advice and what to do.
