Foreign bodies commonly cause complications when lodged where?

• A. Heart and lungs
• B. Eye, ear, and nose
• C. Stomach
• D. Skin

Answer: (B)

Foreign bodies tend to cause noticeable complications when they lodge in areas with delicate structures, frequent exposure, and functions that are easily disrupted. The eye, ear, and nose fit that pattern. A tiny object in the eye can scratch the cornea, leading to ulcers, infection, and potential vision problems. In the ear, a foreign body can irritate or injure the canal skin, cause otitis externa, or even perforate the eardrum, resulting in hearing loss or balance issues. In the nose, objects can obstruct airflow, provoke bleeding, and trigger recurrent infections or sinus problems. By contrast, a foreign body in the stomach often passes through the GI tract with fewer complications, and a retained object in the skin, while it can become infected, is typically easier to manage.