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I may have aspirated bread because when i coughed 7 hours later a crumb came out. i am still coughing 18 hours later. it seems that the bread may be stuck in my lungs. what do i do to get it out of my lungs ?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Check temperature: The lung has defenses to remove particulate matter. Sometimes pneumonia may occur. If the cough persists, a fever occurs or you are having difficulty breathing, please see your physician.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 5/27/2019

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A member asked:

I may have aspirated bread because when i coughed 7 hours later a crumb came out. i am still coughing 18 hours later. it seems that the bread may be stuck in my lungs. what do i do to get it out of my lungs ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Modi agreed

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