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Boy's Mouth Sealed Shut After Drinking Drain Cleaner
19 Nov
Summary
- A 13-month-old boy's mouth sealed shut due to chemical burns.
- He suffered a heart attack and lost part of his tongue.
- His father is seeking treatment options and fundraising.
A young boy's life has been drastically altered after accidentally ingesting drain cleaner at just 13 months old. The corrosive liquid caused severe burns to his mouth and tongue, leading to a life-threatening heart attack and leaving his mouth sealed shut. He now requires a feeding tube directly into his stomach and faces ongoing challenges due to his injuries.
Now 18 months old, the boy's father describes the constant struggle of caring for him, as he cries out frequently and attempts to put objects in his mouth, unaware of the danger. Doctors at Birmingham Children's Hospital are planning reconstructive surgeries to open his mouth and assess the extent of the damage, particularly to his tongue.
The family has established a GoFundMe page to support his treatment and medical expenses, appealing for donations and seeking advice from medical professionals worldwide experienced in similar reconstructive surgeries. The NHS is preparing to begin a series of operations aimed at improving the child's quality of life.
