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Was eating popcorn yesterday and i breathed a bit in have felt a lump in my throat and difficulty breathing i feel like im choking and im vomiting alo?

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Get to ER: Get to the ER right away. You may have a partial airway blockage which can quickly worsen. Get someone to take you. Go now. Good Luck.

Answered 7/10/2015

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Call 911: Any obstruction of your upper airway has the potential to be life threatening. Call for emergency medical attention immediately if you suspect that you have an obstructed upper airway. Call 911, do not drive!.

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Answered 7/10/2015

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A member asked:

Was eating popcorn yesterday and i breathed a bit in have felt a lump in my throat and difficulty breathing i feel like im choking and im vomiting alo?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. John Thaler answered

Dr. Paul Grin answered

Dr Feola agreed

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