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What Should Be Done If A Chewing Gum Is Swallowed Accidently ?

i swalloed a chewing gum accidently, getting a freaky feeling that something may be going wrong inside
Sun, 29 Jan 2012
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If you aren't coughing and having breathlessness, then not to worry. It would have gone down your food pipe only. Relax. If you develop the above symptoms you should visit the ER.
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What Should Be Done If A Chewing Gum Is Swallowed Accidently ?

Welcome to HCM Good Day If you aren t coughing and having breathlessness, then not to worry. It would have gone down your food pipe only. Relax. If you develop the above symptoms you should visit the ER.