Will a shard of glass cut through your stomach and get into your heart?

Question

I was wondering, because i was having a shot of some brandy that was chilled in the freezer. i cracked my shot glass. I didn't know at the time. so i am just wondering if it can kill me or am i just freaking out?

Answer 1

depending on the size of the glass shard, if in your stomach, the danger varies. A very small glass shard may not do much damage at all if any and will pass through if you eat food to sort of protect your stomach. if the shard is large, you probably would have felt it in your throat first, but if it did get to your stomach, it wont go into your heart. i will just cause some very minor internal bleeding, but visiting the doctor is definitely a must.  

Answer 2

Swallowing broken glass is not recommended, but if it's just a

small chip, you probably will be all right.

That glass might abrade the lining of your gut, but should pass without

doing too much damage. It's not a guided missile that seeks your heart.

If you notice symptoms of blood loss or experience chronic abdominal pain,

do consult a physician.