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I have tightness in throat while eating, how can i treat this?

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Dr. Ronald Ward answered

Tightness: Drink warm fluids, e.g. tea. Avoid chilled fluids. Slow down if you are fast eater. if symptoms persist, bet to see ENT.

Answered 6/12/2017

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