The Accidental Infiltration of Food or Bacteria Into the Lungs Medically reviewed by Jane Kim, MD Aspiration pneumonia happens when foods or liquids accidentally enter the lungs. Symptoms may include ...

Aspiration pneumonia is a condition that often begins with an unexpected, everyday accident, something most people don’t realise can carry serious consequences. In a recent Instagram post, double ...

A person with a tracheostomy has a higher risk than usual of aspiration, which means they may take unwanted substances into their airways. A tracheostomy is a procedure in which a surgeon makes an ...