Experts warn parents must keep their children away fromPrimary button battery, because they can cause serious or even fatal injuries. These small round batteries are often found in toys and remote controls and can cause chemical burns if they come into contact with the mouth or nose.

A child died after swallowing a button battery earlier this year. Health investigators have issued a new warning as they study the case.

Because many Christmas items are powered by batteries, children's lives will be threatened by daily necessities. The Office of Health and Safety Investigation issued a warning to parents to understand the dangers of batteries and to properly store and dispose of batteries.

While the investigation into the child's death is ongoing, investigators say the evidence so far is enough to force them to issue a safety alert.

Experts warn that batteries can become extremely dangerous once they come into contact with wet parts of the body, such as the mouth, throat, nose or ears. Wet surfaces can cause a chemical reaction in which the battery begins to discharge its charge, a reaction that can cause serious damage to biological tissue. burn.

If a battery is swallowed or inserted into the body, it can cause internal burns within hours and cause swallowing and breathing problems.

Dr Rachel Rowland, from Leicester Royal Infirmary, warned that even a battery that is too low to power can cause fatal injuries. Parents should therefore ensure that these flat rechargeable batteries are handled properly.

If a child swallows a button battery, they should be taken directly to an accident and emergency department for treatment. Children are at greater risk because they pick up, play with, and swallow unusual items. In addition, the width is The battery, which is about 2 centimeters long, can get stuck in a child's throat, so it poses an increasing risk.