The Funniest Items We Got Stuck Inside Ourselves Last Year

Every year, emergency room reports bring us a mix of shock and amusement, highlighting some of the strangest mishaps that occur during our daily lives. In 2025, items stuck inside us reached new comedic heights, thanks to a thorough review of ER visits documented by Defector.com. This eyebrow-raising list of the funniest things Americans managed to get lodged in their bodies will leave you both perplexed and entertained.

Highlights from the Shocking List

The full list contains 50 peculiar items, showcasing the unpredictability of human curiosity. Here are some highlights of items stuck inside us:

A turkey baster
A wine stopper
A shampoo bottle (Claimed to have been an accident while slipping in the shower.)
Nails and screws
A highlighter
A baseball (Curiosity led one individual to ‘see what it felt like.’)
A pair of pliers (They were used to retrieve a sex toy, but ended up stuck as well.)
A bunch of marbles
A coat hanger
A penny
A sandal
A doorknob
A light bulb
A vape pen
Two pencils (You’d expect one to be enough!)
A corncob pipe
A rock
An egg
Part of a nose hair trimmer
A bunch of uncooked pasta

Insights on Human Curiosity

What drives individuals to engage in such outrageous acts? The blend of curiosity, impulsivity, and sometimes sheer humor can often lead to these inopportune outcomes. As bizarre as these incidents might seem, they serve as reminders to practice care and mindfulness in our daily lives.

Women vs. Men: A Closer Look

The amusing yet alarming trend of items stuck inside us isn’t exclusive to one gender. Women’s reports revealed a quirky mix of items such as cotton balls, a small plastic mermaid, two spoons, aluminum foil, and even a TidePod! On the other hand, men’s contributions included a chess piece, apple stems, an apple core, a paper clip, magnets, an Allen wrench, a guitar string, and headphones. The diversity of items speaks volumes about the varying curiosities that lead to these situations.

Final Thoughts on a Remarkable Year

It takes a certain level of bravery—or perhaps sheer bewilderment—to admit that you’ve gotten something unusual stuck inside you. Whether for the sake of humor or sheer disbelief, these stories exemplify the important lesson of being cautious and aware of our actions. As we reflect on the crazy year of 2025, we are reminded to chuckle at the absurdities of life while also taking precautions. Curiosity is natural, but let’s keep it safe!

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To dive deeper into topics around safety and health measures, the CDC offers ample resources on how curiosity can lead to unintended accidents while also providing guidelines to ensure safety. Similarly, for interesting statistical insights about emergency room visits, check out NIH’s latest findings.