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Why would i have pain in my upper back when i swallow any type of food?
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Swallowing: Painful swallowing is called odynophagia, usually related to heartburn, but could be yeast infection in the esophagus. Upper back area is somewhat unusual. Chest X-ray would be helpful.
Answered 8/16/2018
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GI tract: Most likely you have a problem with your digestive system, problems with esophagus, stomach, duodenum, pancreas and gall bladder are common sources. Neurologic causes of this problem are unlikely.
Answered 7/31/2018
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