Swallowed a piece of plastic fork. Will it dissolve and pass through?

Hi,

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I read your query and can understand your concern.

Plastic is inert and indigestible. Hence, it will pass down the digestive tract unabsorbed and unknowingly in the stool. However, if the fork tine you have consumed is sharp, then there is a probability of it getting stuck or piercing the intestinal wall.

If you have any symptoms like abdominal pain, constipation, vomiting, or melena, then visit the emergency room (ER). Otherwise, you can stay cool and just have more water and a fiber diet, which will help in enhancing intestinal motility and eliminating waste in poop. Also, you have to be more careful and never repeat that again.

I hope this helps.

Please revert in case of further queries.

Thank you.