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Would i be coughing if i inhaled food i felt a slight cough when i was eating a chicken strip and i was drinking water and k felt it in the air way?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt/suggestion: It is possible to aspirate food into the airway. The lung has defenses to clear the food before it can cause problems if it is a small amount. If you continue to cough or have any problems breathing, a follow up visit and chest radiograph is advisable.

Dr Willson agreed

Answered 2/9/2015

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A member asked:

Would i be coughing if i inhaled food i felt a slight cough when i was eating a chicken strip and i was drinking water and k felt it in the air way?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Willson agreed

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