What should I do if a fish bone is stuck in my throat?

When a fish bone becomes lodged in the throat, take the following measures promptly: 1. **Stay calm**: Control your emotions and avoid excitement or speaking loudly, to prevent the fish bone from lodging deeper. 2. **Attempt coughing**: Try to expel the fish bone by coughing, which may be effective if the bone is located near the surface. 3. **Drink water to assist**: Drink a moderate amount of water to attempt to flush the fish bone down, but avoid forceful swallowing to prevent injury to the esophagus. **Never attempt to swallow forcefully** if a fish bone is stuck, as this may worsen the injury. Seek medical attention promptly and follow the doctor's instructions for treatment. When eating fish, chew slowly and carefully, avoid talking, to reduce the risk of fish bones lodging in the throat. Extra caution is especially important for children and elderly individuals.