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How To Reduce Discomfort Caused By Swallowing Glass Splinters?
I swallowed glass splinters about a week ago and have felt sharp glass coming out of my skin. I have no bleeding however I feel sharpness in my stomach at times and I feel glass splinter coming out of my skin on my back and stomach and around my ankles.
Wed, 8 Jan 2014
Hi,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
I read your query and understand your concerns.
Following is my reply :
1) Glass splinters if swallowed does not come out of skin.
2) They destroy esophagus , stomach or intestines.
3) Please see a gastroenterologist immediately.
Let me know if you have any more queries. I will be happy to answer.
Regards,
Dr. Mahesh Koregol
Welcome to healthcare magic.
I read your query and understand your concerns.
Following is my reply :
1) Glass splinters if swallowed does not come out of skin.
2) They destroy esophagus , stomach or intestines.
3) Please see a gastroenterologist immediately.
Let me know if you have any more queries. I will be happy to answer.
Regards,
Dr. Mahesh Koregol
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