Originally posted by EinsteinMindIf he's dead, I'll apologize in person....but let's reflect: he just asked for medical advice on a CHESS WEBSITE!!! about something lodged in his breathing passage. Do you really think he's in trouble?
exactly!
What if he's about to get shot in the head? then he might answer in the affirmative.
Originally posted by doodinthemoodHe said it wasn't in his windpipe.
I don't see how drinking would solve anything, given your confidence this gum is in the windpipe rather than the oesophagus. Past coughing, there's nothing you can do. Vomiting and heimlich manouvers should not be performed on a partial blockage. Just go see the doctor and it'll probably be quick.
If it's not in the windpipe, then it's in the digestive system and eating and drinking should wash it down.
Drinking alcohol will help dissolve it as will highly acidic foods if you really want to hurry.