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Harper's Point Urgent Care Foreign Body Removal Near You

Fast and safe foreign body removal in Chicago’s western suburbs

AFC Harper's Point provides fast on-site foreign body removal when you need it most. Foreign bodies can be many different objects in many different parts of the body, such as the skin, stomach, eyes, ears, fingers, feet, airways, and more.

Instances of foreign objects being lodged in the body are particularly common among children, who explore the world physically and with their mouths, but can occur to anyone.

The removal process depends where the foreign body is located, and what the object is. Most foreign bodies can be removed by a physician using forceps or other non-invasive instruments, but dangerous objects lodged deep within the skin or internally may require surgical removal.

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When to Seek Urgent Care for Foreign Body Removal

When a foreign body is making normal breathing difficult or impossible, or you are in pain due to the foreign body, visit an ER immediately. Seek immediate medical attention if you or someone you’re with:

  • Has a foreign body embedded in their eyes
  • Can’t breathe
  • Is turning blue
  • Has swallowed harmful, dangerous objects such as batteries or magnets.

Removing Foreign Bodies

Removing small foreign bodies is often very simple:

  • Splinters can often be removed with a clean pair of tweezers—make sure to always wash your hands and clean the affected area before touching or removing the splinter
  • Small debris in the eyes can often be removed by simply blinking, or rinsing the eyes with a saline solution
  • Small objects can be removed from the ears simply by tilting your head and allowing the object to drop

However, even in the case of small foreign bodies, the utmost caution should be taken. Visit AFC Harper's Point urgent care if:

  • A foreign body is stuck deep within the ear. Don’t use tweezers to try and remove the object, as this could cause further damage to the eardrums
  • A foreign body is stuck in your eye and is sharp, large, is embedded in the eye, or has harmful chemicals in it
  • A splinter or glass shard that won’t easily come out of the skin, is touching bone, or is on your face.

Get Urgent Care Foreign Body Removal Near You

AFC Urgent Care in Harper's Point is a state-of-the-art medical center with compassionate staff and top-notch equipment. With deep expertise, you can count on AFC Urgent Care to help remove foreign bodies quickly and effectively. Schedule your appointment online today, or seek immediate medical attention in case of emergency.

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  • Why Choose AFC Urgent Care?

    With state-of-the-art centers and a professional medical team, AFC provides on-site X-rays, labs, procedures, and more!

  • What's the Difference Between Urgent Care and Emergency Room Services?

    Urgent care is for medical conditions that require prompt attention but do not pose an immediate threat to your health or life. Here is a simple rule of thumb: if your medical issues(s) are life threatening, call 911, or go directly to a hospital emergency room. If not, an urgent care center such as AFC is an excellent alternative.

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