You might not even notice it.
Swallowing glass the size of a crumb is a fairly common situation. And often the particle comes out without digestion for a day, a maximum of two.
Rustem Sadykov
nutritionist, gastroenterologist, Candidate of Medical Sciences, clinical pharmacologist
If you don't feel any symptoms during the day, there's nothing to worry about. However, in case of abdominal pain, it is better to consult a doctor. The danger arises when the glass gets stuck in the gatekeeper (the furthest part of the stomach that connects to the duodenum). Then you may need the help of an endoscopist.
Ingestion of a large sharp fragment can lead to serious injury or damage to the digestive system. Glass can tear or puncture the throat, esophagus or stomach and lead to bleeding, infection or blockage of the digestive tract.
Symptoms such as pain or discomfort when swallowing, blood in the stool or vomiting may indicate that the particle has caused damage. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the glass and repair any damage.
The doctor may recommend a series of X-rays or an endoscopy to locate the glass and determine if it has caused any damage.
If it turns out that the glass caused the injury, treatment options may include antibiotics to prevent infection, medications to control pain and inflammation, or surgery to remove the glass and repair any damage.
Source: championat
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