
What Should Be Done After Swallowing The Tip Of A Ceramic Knife?

Question: I may have swallowed the tip of a ceramic knife which broke off. No symptoms now but worried....
Brief Answer:
X-ray test needed....
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
More than 75% swallowed foreign substance pass out without any serious troubles. However if the object is really sharp as in your case there is a risk of internal injuries such as intestinal laceration / perforation. Ideally I would like you to be monitored at the hospital if this object is lodged within your gut.
Though you are asymptomatic now, I insist that you visit the nearest ER. The doctor can perform an X-ray test which will both confirm presence of this object and its location within your intestines. You will be able to take an informed decision better after discussing the X-ray findings.
Hope this helps. Let me know if you need clarifications.
Regards
Note: For further follow-up it is advisable to consult an emergency medicine specialist. Click here.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

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