I developed severe throat pain immediately after eating an artificially ripened mango. I am now finding it painful to swallow even water. Could this be due to irritation from chemicals used for ripening, and what should I do?
Your severe throat pain may be caused by irritation or an allergic reaction to chemicals used to ripen the mango. Since you are having trouble swallowing water, you should seek immediate medical attention at an emergency department, as this may indicate significant throat swelling that could obstruct your airway.