Question 1

how to rid of tiny chewing gum stuck in throat for days?

Accepted Answer

Gargle; see ENT: If you truly have a foreign body stuck in throat then ENT doc may be able to fish it out. If it only feels that way ("globus sensation"), ENT exam will be able to evaluate and start rx. Sometimes, globus sensation is due to stress, sometimes due to acid reflux, other.

Question 2

a tiny piece of chewing gum has stuck in my throat further right side of my throat and ear are paining when i used to move my tongue i feel like that chewing gum stuck in my throat?

Accepted Answer

: Please see an ENT doc  or go to the ER

Question 3

its been at least 2 or 3 days since i could feel something stuck in my throat. the best explanation for it is it feels as if gum is stuck in my throat and i can feel the texture with my saliva before this happened i was chewing some gum?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, and physical examination. Chewing gum would not stay stuck to the mucus membrane of the throat for more than a few minutes. If your symptoms persist, it would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 4

i think i got chewing gum stuck on my throat because i have pain in my throat and because of that my ears are also in pain. so what should i do to clear my misunderstaning o that chewing gum isn't stuck in my throat or jow to remove that?

Accepted Answer

Ear-throat pain: More likely pain caused by a bacterial or viral infection.Call you General Physician and report your symptoms. Your Gp will be able to direct you.

Question 5

blood in spit, is it from gums or throat?

Accepted Answer

Blood in saliva...: There's no way to tell without a thorough examination. If your gums are bleeding due to inflammation, i.e., gingivitis or periodontitis, then it could be your gums. However, bleeding from the throat can be serious. If there's blood in the mucous you cough up, it may be coming from lower down in your respiratory tract. You should see a physician to determine the source of the bleeding. Don't delay!

Question 6

for what reason does my throat hurt after i chew gum?

Accepted Answer

? Muscle spasm: If you chew gum aggressively sometimes you can actually cause spasm of the muscles of your neck and throat. If these muscles tighten it can hurt.

Question 7

how do you get rid of a tiny piece of gum in your throat?

Accepted Answer

: Drink a lot of cold water, cough, eat some food and irritate your throat by smoking. Don't try to throw up, you could aspirate debris into your lungs. If you stop breathing, than the Heimlich maneuver has to be performed.

Question 8

the left side of my gums and throat hurt what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Gum infection: Mouth infection can cause swollen sore glands in your throat. A dentist can diagnose the problem and cause and treat . You may have  gum abscess or nerve problem which are handled differently.

Question 9

swallowed chewing gum what are symptoms to know it is in throat?

Accepted Answer

You would likely: Feel it if caught in throat. Usually there isn't a problem if gum is swallowed. However, there are rare cases of chewing gum bezoars which have occurred causing esophageal ; intestinal obstruction.

Question 10

i continuously have pain at the back of my rhs of the throat and right gum next to the tongue.

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. You may wish to see an ENT doctor or a dentist.

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How to rid of tiny chewing gum stuck in throat for days?

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A tiny piece of chewing gum has stuck in my throat further right side of my throat and ear are paining when i used to move my tongue i feel like that chewing gum stuck in my throat?

A member asked:

Its been at least 2 or 3 days since i could feel something stuck in my throat. the best explanation for it is it feels as if gum is stuck in my throat and i can feel the texture with my saliva before this happened i was chewing some gum?

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I think i got chewing gum stuck on my throat because i have pain in my throat and because of that my ears are also in pain. so what should i do to clear my misunderstaning o that chewing gum isn't stuck in my throat or jow to remove that?

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Blood in spit, is it from gums or throat?

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For what reason does my throat hurt after i chew gum?

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How do you get rid of a tiny piece of gum in your throat?

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The left side of my gums and throat hurt what could be wrong?

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Swallowed chewing gum what are symptoms to know it is in throat?

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I continuously have pain at the back of my rhs of the throat and right gum next to the tongue.

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