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NOTICE: This condition is a medical emergency. Call 911 for immediate care.
Overview
If you breathe a foreign object into the respiratory tract, it may become stuck and cause breathing or airway problems, as well as inflammation and infection. If swallowed, a foreign object may become stuck along the gastrointestinal (GI)tract, wh...[read article]
Tests for Foreign Body- Swallowed
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Barium enema is a special x-ray of the large intestine, which includes the colon and rectum. More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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Medical Procedures for Foreign Body- Swallowed
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Tracheoscopy to Remove Object
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Self Care for Foreign Body- Swallowed
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The Heimlich maneuver is an emergency technique for preventing suffocation when a person's airway (windpipe) becomes blocked by a piece of food or other object... More
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.
