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Suggest Treatment For Repercussions Of Consumption Of Cough Drops
Question: I swallowed a cough drop and think it could've got into my lungs what do I do
Brief Answer:
Stay calm. In case of persistent cough, respiratory distress of fever, see
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for the query,
I understand this could be worrisome. I suggest some patience.
You would need to worry much in case the cough remains constant or gets worse, or if you start experiencing respiratory difficulties. If not, no real worries.
I suggest you remain calm. The body has natural mechanisms to deal with this. In case of above mentioned worries, you might need to consult a doctor for a chest x ray.
Thanks and kind regards as I wish you the best of health. please, do feel free asking further questions in case of need.
Dr Bain
Stay calm. In case of persistent cough, respiratory distress of fever, see
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for the query,
I understand this could be worrisome. I suggest some patience.
You would need to worry much in case the cough remains constant or gets worse, or if you start experiencing respiratory difficulties. If not, no real worries.
I suggest you remain calm. The body has natural mechanisms to deal with this. In case of above mentioned worries, you might need to consult a doctor for a chest x ray.
Thanks and kind regards as I wish you the best of health. please, do feel free asking further questions in case of need.
Dr Bain
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