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Is it possible for a baby to choke on his own saliva and cough?
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Yes: Babies do, adults occasionally do. It is part of normal life.
Answered 11/28/2017
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Yes: If these episodes are recurrent and significant, a thorough evaluation of the upper airway, assessment of swallowing and movement of swallowed material down the esophagus into the stomach and anatomic evaluation of the esophagus and the windpipe will be necessary. A consult with any of the Otolaryngologist or surgeon in the network will be helpful. Take care.
Answered 12/24/2019
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