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Began choking on lemonade 2 seconds after my throat felt like it closed i was gasping for air ive choked on liquids before but never had this happen where my throat feels smaller and i have to gasp for air it lasted about 2 minutes?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Aspiration : Vocal cord closure and aspiration may occur but the should resolve quickly if mild. If you continue to experience symptoms, please see your physician.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/20/2019

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A member asked:

Began choking on lemonade 2 seconds after my throat felt like it closed i was gasping for air ive choked on liquids before but never had this happen where my throat feels smaller and i have to gasp for air it lasted about 2 minutes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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