Gastroenterologist Dr Vishal Seth said swallowed chewing gum moves through digestive tract like other food but isn’t digested. It passes from stomach to intestines and is excreted in stool within 4–5 days. In rare cases, the gum's sticky nature can lead to intestinal blockages, particularly if swallowed in large amounts or along with other indigestible items, News18 reported, citing experts.