I'm really worried because I was eating lunch and accidentally swallowed a chicken bone without noticing. I think it was about an inch long. At first, it got stuck and caused a lot of pain in my throat, so I quickly drank some water. But now I still feel pain when I drink. Is this something dangerous or serious? What should I do?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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Yes , do not neglect, visit ENT doctor for evaluation and appropriate treatment.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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