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When i swallow it feels like its going down the wrong hole. this gets better when i lay down. it's gradually getting worse..
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Reflux or aspiration: You have dysphagia. This can be made worse by obesity, smoking, neutological issues among other things. Eating food slowly with sips of water may help. It can be evaluated by a simple radiologic test called a modified barium swallow or an endoscopic examination called a fees.
Answered 1/16/2013
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