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I hurt my esophagus taking some large supplements. now i am having problems swallowing. what to do?
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Wait: Minor esophageal/ throat injury from swallowing large pills, fish bones, etc. Will often cause mild pain, difficulty swallowing, and foreign body sensation. These symptoms should subside within a few days. Soft or liquid diet, reflux meds (e g prilosec), and avoiding more big pills should help. If severe difficulty swallowing, severe pain, vomiting blood, or fever are present, see your doctor.
Answered 8/18/2020
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