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How Can Food Stuck In The Wind Pipe Be Removed?

I was eating Spaghetti and inhaled a small piece of the food. Very small amount. However, I can tell there is something in my windpipe as it feels like I have to cough a lot like when you are congested. Should I assume I ll be ok or just look for signs of infection? OR, should I go to see a doctor? Not sure if I should worry or not...
Tue, 17 Jul 2018
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I suggest you go the emergency room. A foreign body can relatively easily be removed with a scope. Best of luck.



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How Can Food Stuck In The Wind Pipe Be Removed?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I suggest you go the emergency room. A foreign body can relatively easily be removed with a scope. Best of luck. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.