Sugar cane accidentally swallowed is recommended to be closely observed, no special treatment for the time being, if vomiting blood, black stools and other discomforts occur, consult the gastroenterology department in a timely manner.
Sugar cane contains a lot of water, and it is inevitable to swallow sugar cane accidentally when chewing. Generally, sugar cane that has been chewed contains a lot of cellulose and the edges are not particularly sharp, so it will not scratch the digestive tract and cause damage to the mucous membranes of the stomach, esophagus, and intestines, etc. Moreover, the stomach has a strong digestive function, and the sugar cane will be digested very soon after being swallowed, so it will be enough to pay close attention to the patient’s condition under normal circumstances.
However, if the sugarcane is not fully chewed and has sharp edges, patients may experience upper gastrointestinal bleeding such as vomiting blood and black stools after swallowing it, and they should consult a doctor in time and intervene under the guidance of a medical professional.