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For the past few weeks i've developed a popping sound in my neck when i'm swallowing something. it use to not hurt but would annoy me. now it's sore.

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Dr. Stephen Rothstein answered

Popping: Hard to tell from the description. Maybe related to the spine, swallowing muscles or the cartilages of the neck. Suggest you see an ENT to check it out.

Dr Rhoades agreed

Answered 10/19/2014

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A member asked:

For the past few weeks i've developed a popping sound in my neck when i'm swallowing something. it use to not hurt but would annoy me. now it's sore.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stephen Rothstein answered

Dr Rhoades agreed

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