 In children, airway obstruction happens when a small item gets stuck in the child's throat and makes it hard for the child to breathe. Because of its small size, a child's airway can get blocked when a piece of food or a small round object like a peanut, coin or marble gets lodged in their throat. While upper airway obstruction is characterized by low-pitched noisy breathing when the child breathes in, lower airway obstruction is characterized by a high-pitched noise when the child breathes out. Both kinds of airway obstruction can cause cuff and struggle during breathing and when very severe may lead to agitation, loss of muscle activity and unconsciousness. Treatment of airway obstruction varies based on the position, severity and cause of the airway obstruction. Upon consultation, the doctor relieves the obstruction using techniques like thrusts to the child's back, chest or abdomen, rigid bronchoscopy, then provides breathing support and intravenous fluids. They may then prescribe necessary medications.