What detrimental effect might this have on her breathing?
2006-11-20 03:51:20 · 3 answers · asked by Erin D 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Other - Science
There are problems that can crop up. The biggest would be food or drink going down the wrong way. Usually pain full and distressing but only rarely serious as the bodies natural defences tend to stop it quickly.
The biggest risk is probably from inhaling saliva especially if it is contaminated with gastric juice. This can cause inhalation pneumonia but it is highly unlikely and if it did happen is likely to be mild. Recommend that you avoid alcohol, or spicy food in the evening.
Two important things. Firsts is common sense - if in any doubt about contamination of the bronchial tubes or lungs seek advice.
Secondly - keep swallowing. Repeated use of the muscles will strengthen them and may well act to restore more feeling and mobility.
Good luck.
2006-11-20 04:00:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A stroke affects the brain and may kill cells in any area.
In this case it affected the part that controls the muscles in the throat.
It could have paralyzed the diaphragm and stopped breathing.
Any is possible and often all types of paralysis occur.
2006-11-20 12:03:50 · answer #2 · answered by Billy Butthead 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Choking can become a serious problem.
2006-11-20 13:06:27 · answer #3 · answered by Paul K 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋