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Mechanical obstruction of the airways, which commonly occurs when food gets lodged in the throat, can be treated by applying the Heimlich maneuver.

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If a person can make a sound but has food lodged in throat you should perform the Heimlich maneuver.?

yes


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You don't have to. But it is ideal to keep a drink at hand in case your throat becomes dry, in case you have difficulty breaking down food or in case something gets lodged in your throat.


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Can you choke?

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Can food lodged in your lung kill you?

Yes it can


Why is Henry Heimlich famous?

Dr. Henry Heimlich was the inventor of the Heimlich Maneuver, which is an effective method of dislodging food or any other foreign object which is lodged in someone's throat and which is causing that person to choke.


What are the statistics for people who have died of choking in the US in 2008?

Choking and the Heimlich ManeuverChoking, which is caused by food or another foreign object becoming lodged in the throat, or airway, accounts for nearly 4,600 deaths each year.


I ate a big piece of ham and my throat hurt then I ate another piece that was the same size and nothing happened What causes this?

When properly chewed, food should not hurt when swallowed. It is possible that it became lodged on the epiglottis, or hit an irritated part of the throat. You should have your doctor check for acid reflux or other problems if you have pain when swallowing.


Is strep throat food?

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How does food get from the mouth to the throat?

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