Swallowing Dental Debris During Cleaning: Risks and Concerns
Accidentally swallowed dental plaque during a dental visit? Hello, doctor. Today I went to the dentist due to gum inflammation, and the dentist performed a cleaning. However, it seems that I accidentally swallowed a small hard object during the procedure, and I'm not sure if...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, simply drinking water or swallowing foreign objects will not cause aspiration pneumonia unless choking occurs during the process. Given your situation, it seems you did not choke, so there is no need to worry. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Swallowing Dental Debris During Cleaning: Risks and Concerns
Concerns About Ingesting Shell Fragments: When to Seek Medical Attention
Ingestion issues Hello doctor, while eating seafood porridge, I unknowingly swallowed a small hard object that might have been a fragment of a clam shell or an oyster. I felt it when I swallowed it with the rice, but after drinking water, I no longer felt anything. Recently, I ca...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, normally the epiglottic cartilage in healthy individuals prevents aspiration pneumonia. Based on your description, it is unlikely to cause aspiration pneumonia unless some elderly individuals have deteriorated swallowing function, which could lead to choking. Therefore, th...[Read More] Concerns About Ingesting Shell Fragments: When to Seek Medical Attention
Choking on Noodles: Risks of Aspiration and Lung Complications
Choking on noodles? The doctor would like to ask if after accidentally choking on noodles, I coughed for a while but did not see the noodles come out. Although I don't feel too uncomfortable and have been coughing, there is suddenly a strange sensation in my throat. Is it po...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the human body has protective mechanisms in the throat, including the epiglottis and other structures that safeguard the respiratory tract. Therefore, unless it is an elderly person experiencing a decline in these protective mechanisms due to aging, it is unlikely for aspi...[Read More] Choking on Noodles: Risks of Aspiration and Lung Complications
Understanding Throat Issues: Symptoms, Risks, and Recovery Tips
Throat and pharyngeal issues? Hello, Doctor Hong. I recently visited an otolaryngologist due to a cold, and I'm not sure if it's related, but after drinking too much alcohol yesterday, I vomited. Today, when I ate garlic chives or some vegetables, I felt like they were ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the most common cause is a fishbone or small bone lodged in the throat. The examination method is performed by an otolaryngologist using a laryngoscope to check the throat. If you have seen an otolaryngologist and they have performed a laryngosco...[Read More] Understanding Throat Issues: Symptoms, Risks, and Recovery Tips
Choking Risks: Sneezing While Eating and Its Health Implications
Choking on a sneeze in the trachea? Hello, Doctor Hong. While I was having breakfast, I suddenly felt the urge to sneeze. However, since I had food in my mouth, I didn't open my mouth like I usually do. Later, my sister told me that this could be dangerous and might lead to ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the human trachea is very sensitive, and even a small foreign object can trigger a severe reaction, such as coughing. Additionally, the epiglottis protects the trachea, making the chances of foreign objects entering it quite low. Based on your description, it seems unlikel...[Read More] Choking Risks: Sneezing While Eating and Its Health Implications
Managing Chest Pain After Choking: Symptoms and Solutions
Chest pain Chest pain: I choked on a grain of rice while eating, and now I feel discomfort in my chest rather than my throat. There is a sharp tearing sensation when I cough, and I experience stabbing pain in my chest when lying flat. How should I handle this? Thank you.
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
You mentioned experiencing chest pain and a tearing cough after choking on a grain of rice, with an unknown cause. It is recommended that you visit a pulmonology clinic for evaluation; if necessary, some related tests may be required. If you develop a high fever, please go direct...[Read More] Managing Chest Pain After Choking: Symptoms and Solutions
Managing Multiple Health Issues: Breathing Difficulties and More
Discomfort in multiple areas of the body? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing a sensation of a foreign body in my throat for six months, and recently I've noticed that my breathing has become increasingly difficult. Occasionally, I also feel chest pain, which becomes more...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: 1. If you are experiencing abnormalities in multiple organs, it is advisable to first organize your thoughts by identifying the timing and sequence of each symptom. This will assist the physician in assessing your condition and making a diagnosis and treatment plan....[Read More] Managing Multiple Health Issues: Breathing Difficulties and More
Persistent Sensation of Choking Without Eating: Causes and Concerns
Feeling a constant sensation of choking despite not having eaten anything? About six months ago, I occasionally experienced a sensation of something stuck in my throat even when I hadn't eaten anything. Now, this feeling has extended to my chest. Every time I feel this sensa...
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
It is recommended to proceed for further examination and treatment in the hepatobiliary and gastroenterology department.[Read More] Persistent Sensation of Choking Without Eating: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Breathing Difficulties After Eating: When to Seek Help
Could you please provide more details about the issue related to shortness of breath? My family member has recently been experiencing a sensation of food getting stuck in the throat, difficulty breathing, and an inability to swallow water, although it doesn't feel like choki...
Dr. Chen Junwei Reply:
Hello! The symptoms you described regarding your family member could be related to food aspiration or esophageal issues. It is recommended to visit a pulmonology clinic for further evaluation and assessment. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Breathing Difficulties After Eating: When to Seek Help
Understanding Persistent Cough: When to Seek Medical Advice
Coughing Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my husband, who is 41 years old. For the past month, he has been experiencing a mild cough, but it is not severe. When I asked him, he mentioned that his throat feels itchy. He really enjoys drinking cold beverages (including water...
Dr. Zhao Chongliang Reply:
Hello! If your husband is still smoking or has quit smoking for less than 15 years, it is advisable to continue monitoring with chest X-rays. Just because the X-ray from two years ago was normal does not mean he is not at risk for lung cancer. Even if he does not smoke, if he has...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Cough: When to Seek Medical Advice
Post-Endoscopy Care: Can You Rinse Your Mouth After a Gastroscopy?
Gastroscopy After undergoing an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, rinsing your mouth immediately may not have significant effects, but it is generally advised to wait for a short period to allow any sedatives or anesthetics used during the procedure to wear off. It's importa...
Dr. Hong Hongchang Reply:
During an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, local anesthesia is applied to the oral cavity, with effects lasting for about one hour. After the procedure, the patient should rinse their mouth immediately, as the oral cavity remains anesthetized, which increases the risk of choking...[Read More] Post-Endoscopy Care: Can You Rinse Your Mouth After a Gastroscopy?