Navi Mumbai Doctors Remove Chikoo Seed Stuck In Ulwe Man’s Airway For Three Months
Navi Mumbai; A 38-year-old Ulwe resident, who had been suffering from persistent breathlessness and wheezing for nearly three months, was found to have a chikoo (sapodilla) seed lodged in his left main bronchus. Doctors at a Navi Mumbai hospital, successfully removed the foreign body through flexible bronchoscopy, providing the patient immediate relief. Repeated symptoms led to advanced…
A 38-year-old man from Ulwe, Prasad Nakhawa, experienced severe breathlessness and wheezing for three months. Initially consulting several general physicians, his symptoms persisted despite medication. An HRCT scan revealed a narrowed left main bronchus, but the cause remained unclear. During a bronchoscopy at Medicover Hospitals, doctors discovered a chikoo seed lodged in his left main bronchus.
The seed had been present for three months, causing a complete airway obstruction. The team used a mesh snare to remove the seed successfully, restoring the patient's breathing immediately. Doctors emphasized the importance of recognizing unexplained wheezing and persistent respiratory symptoms, as foreign bodies like seeds can remain hidden for months. The patient was advised to be cautious while eating and seek medical attention if symptoms recur.
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