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Why do i keep getting food caught in my windpipe?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
See a doctor soon: The reasons for food sticking in your throat (dysphagia) can be related to cancer, reflux, strictures, motor disorders, neurologic disorders to name a few. You need to be seenby your doctor and an appropriate history and physical need to be done.
Answered 4/4/2014
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Important: Need to have ENT evaluate for any lesions! may need formal, swallowing study. Dangerous symptom and need to be checked. Simple help: util checked small bites, thorough chewing choose your food well! cauliflower sticks for me!
Answered 6/10/2014
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