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I swallowed a big piece of tortilla chip, and it hurt my throat badly as it went down. am i in any danger from this?

Q: i swallowed a big piece of tortilla chip, and it hurt my throat badly as it went down. am i in any danger from this?

: Never heard of. a problem due to this. But check with local Drs as the make of chips where you live may be harder than where I have practiced.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Never heard of. a problem due to this. But check with local Drs as the make of chips where you live may be harder than where I have practiced.

Answered 6/15/2022

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

If you swallow without problem at this time, you are fine.

Answered 6/15/2022

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A member asked:

I swallowed a big piece of tortilla chip, and it hurt my throat badly as it went down. am i in any danger from this?

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