Urgent Q re. Toddler ate horse chestnut

[HotHotNot]

Just found spat out remains of conker. About the size of a hazelnut. Looks like the middle has been eaten. They are poisonous, but I don't know how much? What should I do?

Nhs direct will tell you.

I was wondering if anyonechadvany experience as they always phone back in an hour around here.

Phone NHS direct. They will speak to you sooner if they feel it is urgent. Do not ask us. Ask the professionals.

A quick google states death can occur. Do not hesitate. Call NHS 24

Apparently takes about 16 hours for symptoms to show, so do not wait until child seems unwell. Act now.

Nhs 24 says safe to manage at home will have to make another trip to A&E this one is giving e so many greys!

Hope your little one is ok. Glad they spoke to you promptly.

what are those ones you get roasted at christmas?

They are sweet chestnuts numbertaker - totally different thing

Hope your lo is ok HotHotNot.

Well they spoke to another dept. and cofirmedvI am just to observe her at home because she only ate a tiny amount which is only likely to cause stomach upset, if anything.

to Thosecwho responded especially ValiumQueen a bit of virtual handholding meant a lot.

for you I think! Kids eh!

Hope you all sleep well, and no sore tummies!

Is your little one ok? My daughter has just done the same! Also rang nhs direct and given the same advice

Sorry MummyJH just saw this, yes she is fine with no noticeable effects at all except even more bags under my eyes. Hope your wee one is doing fine now also. They do like to keep you on your toes, don't they! Mine has now discovered how to climb up and play with the window blind cords, it will be something else tomorrow.....