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My 8 year old feels like there is a flap of skin in the front of her throat, half way down thats moving and irritating?

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Dr. Mitzi Johnson answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

Get it checked: This is worth a trip to the doctor to clarify what she is feeling and where it is coming from, to see if there is a need for medical intervention.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 6/10/2017

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A member asked:

My 8 year old feels like there is a flap of skin in the front of her throat, half way down thats moving and irritating?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mitzi Johnson answered

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

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