Question

A 15-month-old baby choked on almonds, cried for a while, and then developed a hoarse throat without any other symptoms. After a CT scan, no foreign object was found. One week later, the baby’s body temperature rose to 37.5℃. Could this fever be related to the choking incident? What symptoms might indicate a foreign object in the trachea?

Answer

Almonds should not be given to a 15-month-old baby as they, along with peanuts and other nuts, can cause respiratory difficulties. Parents should be extra cautious. If the baby’s body temperature reaches 37.5℃ one week later, although it does not meet the criteria for high fever, and no foreign object is found on the CT scan, parents should not worry too much. The fever could be due to an inflammatory response caused by a viral infection, and further medical examination at the hospital is recommended.