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I always feel a mucus feeling near my trachea i try to clear it but nothing goes down my throat so what can i do?

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See an ENT: This sensation very often is due to acid reflux, even if you do not typically feel heartburn. This may be occurring during evening when you are sleeping and lying flat. I would recommend you see an ENT for an endoscopy of your upper airway. This is very easily tolerated in the office.

Answered 6/10/2014

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