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My husband had a bite of dinner, and it seemed like he was choking but then he was ok & he was breathing fine. he's been coughing, and spitting up fle?
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Mgt: I would suggest an evaluation. It is possible that he aspirated food particles. Monitor his temperature and provide fluids in the meantime.
Answered 12/22/2015
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