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Is Accidentally Swallowing A Small Piece Of Plastic A Cause For Concern?
I might have swallowed a piece of plastic from a container. I was eating Italian ice and noticed that the bottom of the container had broken. I couldn t find all of the pieces but I am wondering if it is safe or if a small piece of plastic can perforate the intestines.
Tue, 15 Oct 2019
Hello,
There is nothing to worry as plastic doesn't get absorbed in the intestines. it will pass away in feces.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician
There is nothing to worry as plastic doesn't get absorbed in the intestines. it will pass away in feces.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician
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