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7 things to do immediately fish bone hangs in your neck

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Swallowing a fish bone is a common occurrence. While it may pass through the digestive tract without issues, one may also end up having it stuck in the throat. In this article, we will examined tips to manage such a situation.

Fish bone stuck in the throat may often trigger symptoms such as coughing, sharp pain, tingling sensation, and spitting of blood in severe cases. The following are potential methods of removing it:

1. Cough forcefully.

2. Drinking a small amount of vinegar can help break the bone down with the acid.

3. Drinking soda produces gases in the stomach that can help break down the bone.

4. Drinking 1 tablespoon of olive oil can help lubricate and free the bone.

5. Swallow a large bite of banana . This may stick to the bone and dislodge it.

6. Soak bread in water for a few seconds, then swallow a large chunk. The weight could dislodge the bone.

7. Partially chew a large marshmallow and swallow it whole. The stickiness may help loosen the bone from the throat.

When to see a doctor

While fish bone stuck in the throat often isn’t a medical emergency, see a doctor if home remedies proved ineffective or you experience the following symptoms:

1. Pain in the chest

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2. Swelling or bruising

3. No longer able to eat or drink

4. Drooling

5. Spitting blood

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