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A member asked:

Swollen feeling in throat, not sore, no pain. feels like i can't breathe deep enough, sometimes a gagging feeling. feels like i can't clear my throat.

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Call your doctor: This sounds like an allergy problem with post nasal drip. Your family physician is the person to see soon for relief.

Answered 12/27/2016

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