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A member asked:

My epiglottis has been sticking up in my throat for about 3 months an i can barely swallow.

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Philip Miller answered

ENT: you will need an ENT exam to include fiberoptic nasopharyngoscopy. Call for an appointment.

Answered 7/19/2016

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Hi , I recently noticed my epiglottis. It's not swollen, but I have discomfort when swallowing and just a little bit of a sore throat. Should I worry?

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Feels like something has been stuck in my throat for 2 days now. No matter how mush I eat or drink it wont go down. I looked in the mirror today and saw my epiglottis sticking up and it has never been visible before (no its not my uvula?

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