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Having soup i was swallowing them but i swallowed a big amount while breathing with mouth i think it went to lungs any suggestions on what to do ?thnx

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Aspiration: Aspiration pneumonia can occur after inhaling liquids. Symptoms would include persistent cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, wheezing, abnormal sputum, etc. Presence of these symptoms should prompt a visit to a doctor for evaluation.

Answered 2/15/2015

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Check breathing now: if okay, you may have swallowed a little bit of liquid. Do not need to do anything unless you are having breathing or swallowing difficulties. Then you need to see a dr. quickly!

Answered 2/15/2015

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Get it checked: If you swallowed some soup but are doing fine, then I wouldn't worry. If you are having cough and especially if you have wheezing or shortness of breath, then get it checked. Hope that helps.

Answered 9/1/2016

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