What can you do when you pull the toilet handle, and the contents of the toilet comes back up at you, instead of going down and away? Panic may be the first reaction. That is understandable, but won’t help. Good plumbing installation and good maintenance might have prevented the emergency. But, it an emergency like that, there is nothing like a good old flange plunger. That’s the type with the bell or other shape, not the plunger with a flat end. The flat one is good for a sink clog, but not ideal for the toilet.
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Hopefully you have one of these right there where you can find it quickly. There’s no time to waste in a situation like that. If so, put that plunger to work, and do it right. You get that flange end inserted until it makes a good seal, and commence to plunge. It isn’t just the pushing that does the trick, but the plunging, working it back and forth, that loosens the clog and encourages a successful flush on the next try.
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The plunger, properly applied, should get you back in business. But if not, you can always call on your local qualified plumbing professional for help. They have the tools and techniques to deal with the most serious clogs, and will be happy to help with your plumbing emergency.