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I think i may have inhaled a shard of glass but im not coughing blood. im still really worried?

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Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim answered

Get checked: X rays will likely show glass if it is large and dense enough. See a doctor /urgent care or emergency room immediately.

Dr Miller agreed

Answered 2/17/2015

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