What should I do if a newborn is choking on milk?

Patient's question:

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Doctor's answer:

Infant choking is closely related to a deficiency in vitamin A, and supplementation with vitamin A has shown good effects. Researchers believe that vitamin A plays a crucial role in maintaining the normal structure and health of skin and mucous membrane epithelial tissues. When infants lack vitamin A, the atrophy and keratinization of the epiglottis epithelial cells at the front of the throat lead to choking during swallowing, as the epiglottis cannot fully close to cover the trachea. Infants can consume carrot juice, vegetable soup, or appropriately supplement with cod liver oil and vitamin A capsules, which can quickly alleviate choking symptoms.