Swallowed Objects
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Do you have pain in your throat, chest, or belly after swallowing or inhaling an object?
See significance of pain in the throat, chest, or belly after swallowing or inhaling an object if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Note: Do not eat or drink anything until you have talked with your doctor.
Yes Do you have moderate to severe pain in your throat, chest, or belly after swallowing or inhaling an object?
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Have you had mild pain in your throat, chest, or belly for 1 hour or longer after swallowing or inhaling an object?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: October 5, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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