Choking happens when a foreign object gets lodged in the air passage and has the potential to be fatal.
Fast Facts:
- Common in infants and children
- If a choking victim loses consciousness call 911
- Some symptoms include; coughing, face turning red or blue, cannot cry or speak, grabbing the throat
- Common treatment: Heimlich Maneuver
- An estimated 2800 people die from choking each year
- Can cause brain damage
Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you are Choking, please call 911.
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Choking Support Groups. Discussions and Blogs
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Natural Holistic Health Blog: Emergency Medicine: Choking
FirstAid4Free: Chocking First Aid
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