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What Should I Do As I Am Having Raspy Sound While Breathing That Caused After Swallowing A Tablet?
I attempted to swallow a 1000mg vitamin c tablet this morning but I believe it entered my trachea. I instantly had violent coughing for about 3-5 minutes until I coughed up the pill. every since coughing it up, I have rasphy sounds when I breath and production of phlem. What should I do?
Mon, 24 Feb 2014
Hello
It is likely that the pill entered your airway and has irritated the lining as a result your voice is raspy and you are having phlegm. please dont worry, just take rest and steam inhalation 3-4 times a day, you will be fine in a day or two!
THanks
It is likely that the pill entered your airway and has irritated the lining as a result your voice is raspy and you are having phlegm. please dont worry, just take rest and steam inhalation 3-4 times a day, you will be fine in a day or two!
THanks
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