Question
Today at lunch, I ate too quickly and accidentally swallowed a sprout into my trachea. What should I do? Is there any harm?
Answer
Hello: The chance of a sprout entering your lungs is very small. Generally, if a foreign object enters the trachea or lungs, it may cause symptoms such as stimulating cough and difficulty breathing. Since you currently have no symptoms, there is no need to worry too much. I suggest that when you eat, try to avoid talking or laughing heartily to prevent foreign objects from entering the trachea and causing symptoms such as difficulty breathing. Pay attention to staying warm, drink more warm water, and avoid catching a cold or the flu.