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What is the medical term for when a possible tiny piece of food is lodged or trapping your airways way in the back of throat? major facial & lip swelling, all over top half of body redness with tingling, lips a hint of blue, the feeling of ear plugs in ea

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Anaphylaxis: Sounds a lot like choking or anaphylactic reaction. Both require emergency treatment call 911 or have someone help you right away.

Answered 2/21/2013

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A member asked:

What is the medical term for when a possible tiny piece of food is lodged or trapping your airways way in the back of throat? major facial & lip swelling, all over top half of body redness with tingling, lips a hint of blue, the feeling of ear plugs in ea

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Mcnay answered

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