Bezoars can potentially cause digestive system perforation in rare cases. Food, digestive juices, or intestinal contents, including excrement, might flow into the abdomen through a hole. This type of leaking is a medical emergency since it can lead to peritonitis (inflammation of the peritoneal [abdominal] cavity). Bezoars are usually removed by a doctor using a tool called an endoscope. The patient is given a general anesthesia for this procedure. In most cases, however, bezoars do not cause any problems. They tend to dissolve on their own over time. There are several factors that determine how quickly they will dissolve-the size of the bezoar, how long it has been in your body, and what you eat. Smaller bezoars tend to dissolve faster than larger ones. Also, bezoars that have been in your body for a long time will likely dissolve sooner rather than later. Finally, people who eat a lot of sugar may want to try cutting back on the sweets if they have bezoars. The more sugar you eat, the more likely it is that you will form a bezoar. If you are worried about a bezoar causing problems, talk with your doctor about removing them. It is best to get rid of any material that cannot be dissolved in your stomach- such as food or candy- before it reaches the colon where it could block your intestines.