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At the bottom of my throat it feels like it's closing has been for a week now, not affecting my breathing but it scares me. please help me. ?
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LPR : Laryngopharygeal reflux is when a small amount of acid comes up into the throat and irritates it. It is a common cause of dry tickle cough, chronic sore throat, lump in the the throat , feeling of the throat closing, post nasal drip, phlegm in the throat, and throat clearing. Many studies show it responds best to proton pump inhibitor Rx. see an ENT doctor.
Answered 9/13/2014
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