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Swallowed Object Treatment

Call 911 if:

1. If Airway Is Blocked

 

2. If Airway Is Partially Blocked

 

 

3. When to See a Doctor

 

See a doctor immediately if:

 

 

4. Follow Up

 

If you see a doctor, follow-up will depend on the type and location of the swallowed object and severity of symptoms.

 

 

If you do not see a doctor after an object is swallowed or if your doctor asks you to:

 

 

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by Andrew Seibert, MD on January 08, 2012