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I was eating a wrap and accidentally swallowed a piece that wasn't properly chewed. i've been feeling like the piece of wrap is stuck in my throat, i can swallow food and water however i have excess saliva coming up. will i choke?

Q: i was eating a wrap and accidentally swallowed a piece that wasn't properly chewed. i've been feeling like the piece of wrap is stuck in my throat, i can swallow food and water however i have excess saliva coming up. will i choke?

: No, you do not. All materials have gone down to your stomach. The increased salivation is just a transient reflex, you should be fine. Take care.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

No, you do not. All materials have gone down to your stomach. The increased salivation is just a transient reflex, you should be fine. Take care.

Answered 8/16/2023

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A member asked:

I was eating a wrap and accidentally swallowed a piece that wasn't properly chewed. i've been feeling like the piece of wrap is stuck in my throat, i can swallow food and water however i have excess saliva coming up. will i choke?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

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