Patient's question:
The baby chewed up the broken glass pieces from the beer and I questioned whether they swallowed them. Hello, if they swallowed them, what adverse reactions would there be? Medical history and treatment effectiveness: None. What kind of help do you need: Hello, what are the consequences of swallowing glass shards?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, the human digestive system is quite strong, with excellent resilience and digestive capacity. Many small, sharp objects entering the gastrointestinal tract can be understood and expelled by the system in some cases. However, this is not always the case, and it depends on individual luck. Since your child is so young, their digestive system is unstable and even quite weak, making the likelihood of expulsion very low. There is a high probability that the gastrointestinal tract will be damaged. It is the right decision to rush to the hospital immediately. Besides considering the size and sharpness of the glass shards, it may not be possible to remove them through an endoscopy, though this option depends on the specific situation and should be chosen accordingly.