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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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Is Water Entering The Lung By Mistake Dangerous?

Hi, I was drinking a solution of water and diatamaceous earth when I was surprised by my sister's scream which upset my drinking. I think it is possible that some of the solution might have gone down the wrong way (my lungs). It wouldn't have been very much but I have felt a few small pains in my left upper chest. Should I do anything? I am not even 100% sure that it did go down the wrong way.. It happened a matter of minutes ago.
Tue, 11 Feb 2014
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Normally you get a cough reflex if water goes to your wind pipe. The water will be expelled like that.So it wont be a problem. If you dont have dyspnoea you are fine. No need to be worried about that.If you have dyspnoea and chest pain consult a doctor.Hope this may help you.Let me know if you have any further query.
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Is Water Entering The Lung By Mistake Dangerous?

Hi Normally you get a cough reflex if water goes to your wind pipe. The water will be expelled like that.So it wont be a problem. If you dont have dyspnoea you are fine. No need to be worried about that.If you have dyspnoea and chest pain consult a doctor.Hope this may help you.Let me know if you have any further query. thanks