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When i swallow i feel a ball in the back of my throat why?

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Depends....: This may be due to swelling, a choanal polyp or an enlarged uvula among orther possibilities. Best to have your otolaryngologist examine this are to determine the exact cause of your symptoms.

Answered 7/21/2019

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