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Notice when i pinch my trachea i get a sensation of itchiness & i dry cough. yr rnd. this suggests pinch is aggravating an irritation already there.

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Dr. Marni Friedman answered

Sounds normal: The tracheal area of the front of the neck is very sensitive, which makes sense since there are a lot of important structures around there. Pressing on that area is supposed to trigger an unpleasant sensation and a cough. I don't think there is anything wrong.

Dr Friedlander agreed

Answered 8/12/2015

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A member asked:

Notice when i pinch my trachea i get a sensation of itchiness & i dry cough. yr rnd. this suggests pinch is aggravating an irritation already there.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marni Friedman answered

Dr Friedlander agreed

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