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My son is having trouble breathing, coughing and gagging here and there but not necessarily choking. i think a soft piece of candy is stuck in his throat. what do i do?
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Such symptoms may indicate a piece of material entered his windpipe and his body is trying to expel it. If the symptoms persist, take him in to be evaluated.
Answered 10/1/2022
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