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Suggest Treatment For Chewing Gum Stuck In The Throat
Question: I was chewing gum last night watching tv and I fell asleep and swallowed it can feel it on one side of my throats feels stuck what can I do
Brief Answer:
with the use of food and drink, the gum will move
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
If the gum is there at the moment, as you continue to eat and drink, it would move.
You should consider the use of solid food which would adhere to and help move the gum. This can be taken along with liquids as well.
The gum would not remain in your throat.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
with the use of food and drink, the gum will move
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
If the gum is there at the moment, as you continue to eat and drink, it would move.
You should consider the use of solid food which would adhere to and help move the gum. This can be taken along with liquids as well.
The gum would not remain in your throat.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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