A bezoar refers to a collection of partially digested material that collects in the stomach. Bezoars occur in both humans and animals. Sometimes the material is not digested at all and tightly packages itself in the digestive tract. This causes a blockage in the stomach or intestines.

How do you get rid of a bezoar?

To help break down and dissolve a bezoar, a doctor may prescribe cola or cellulase for people who have mild symptoms. Cellulase is dissolved in water and taken by mouth for 2 to 5 days. Doctors may also give another drug taken by mouth called metoclopramide.

Are bezoars fatal?

Bezoars are usually found in the stomach but may also be found in the duodenum, ileum, jejunum, colon or Meckel′s diverticulum. They can be extremely large, cause a wide variety of symptoms and can be fatal. Patients with bezoars may present with gastrointestinal obstruction that may involve any part of the bowel.