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A member asked:
Have researchers discovered some risks to swallowing chewing gum?
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Not really: I wouldn't do it habitually, but i'm confident that if it happens every now and then you shouldn't have a problem.
Answered 6/17/2013
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Chewing gum: Usually there isn't a problem as it passes through the body. However, there are rare cases of chewing gum bezoars which have occurred causing esophageal ; intestinal obstruction. Lack of absorbtion of sorbitol in sugarless gym can sometimes lead to gas, loose stools and abdominal pain.
Answered 3/20/2014
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