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What Are The Repercussions Of Swallowing A Small Piece Of Chip?
Question: small piece of chip went down my windpipe. Feel like I have a scratch in my throat. Coughing a lot.
Brief Answer:
protective reflex
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The coughing is a reflex action to try and clear any remnants from that are still present in your airways.
It would stop on its own, shouldn't be suppressed, it is a protective reflex.
There may be some discomfort from the chip, in some cases, this can last a few days to a week.
If it is very uncomfortable then the use of anti inflammatory pain killers would help.
This includes medications such as naproxen, ibuprofen or cataflam.
Cold foods/drinks as well as soft foods may be needed depending on the degree of discomfort
I hope this helps. feel free to ask any other questions
protective reflex
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The coughing is a reflex action to try and clear any remnants from that are still present in your airways.
It would stop on its own, shouldn't be suppressed, it is a protective reflex.
There may be some discomfort from the chip, in some cases, this can last a few days to a week.
If it is very uncomfortable then the use of anti inflammatory pain killers would help.
This includes medications such as naproxen, ibuprofen or cataflam.
Cold foods/drinks as well as soft foods may be needed depending on the degree of discomfort
I hope this helps. feel free to ask any other questions
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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