• Accidentally swallowed a fish bone?

If I swallowed a fish bone would it feel like somethings in my ear and my throat feel scratchy?

3 Answers

  • Nursing, Nursing
  • Kansas

Throat irritation or scratchy throat is a possibility, but an evaluation is always the best policy in my experience. I had a patient once that swallowed a fish bone that later lodged in his intestine. It ultimately led to toxicity and brain death. Always be on the safe side.

  • Surgeon
  • Ansonia, CT

Eat bulky food. If it persists, GI consult.

  • Internist
  • Waterbury, Connecticut

It is possible for a a small bone to get stuck at the laryngeal region. Small folds and pockets exist there. Symptoms could include what you describe. Be examined.

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