Under normal circumstances, it is not advisable to talk or laugh while eating fish, as it is very likely that a fish bone might get stuck due to a moment of carelessness. Once it is stuck in the throat, it can be very difficult to remove, and in severe cases, there may be persistent vomiting reactions. Therefore, at this time, you can first swallow a mouthful of vinegar to soften the fish bone, or go to the hospital for a timely check-up.

First Aid for Fish Bone Injuries

Accidentally swallowing a fish bone while eating can cause a lot of trouble. If it causes a sore throat, you may need to seek medical treatment for a long time.

First Aid Measures

Smaller fish bones can sometimes slide down with swallowing. If you feel a stinging pain, use a flashlight to illuminate the oral and pharyngeal areas, and use a small spoon to lower the tongue’s back. Carefully inspect the pharyngeal tonsil, mainly the entrance on both sides of the oropharynx, as this is where fish bones are most likely to get stuck. If the bone is not too large or deeply stuck, you can use a long pair of tweezers to remove it.

1. For larger or deeper fish bones, no matter how you swallow, the pain does not subside. If there are no fish bones visible at the entrance of the throat and around it, you should go to the hospital for treatment.

2. When a fish bone is stuck in the throat, never let the patient swallow large pieces of food like steamed buns or pan-fried cakes. Although sometimes this method can remove the fish bone, inappropriate handling can not only fail to remove the fish bone but also make it go deeper, making it more difficult to remove. In severe cases, infection and inflammation can be even more麻烦.