A member asked:

Since 4 days, my food pipe hurts whenever i try to eat something. its started with shivering, i have fever (101+) & cough. i not able to eat/drink?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

See a doctor: You need to be examined and your underlying health issues are very important. It sounds as if you have esophagitis. Do not delay. Go and see a gastroenterologist or your pcp and they may want to refer you.

Answered 2/22/2013

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Dr. William Byars answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Need attention: If you cannot even drink you need attention urgently. If the pain in your "food pipe" is deep in your throat, it's likely a throat infection. If the pain is down in your chest, it may be a true esophagus problem, and you may need a chest x ray or other tests to be sure your esophagus is not perforated (rare but serious).

Answered 4/24/2015

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