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I feel like there's a lump in my throat when i lay down. like a very minimal choking feeling. i didn't smoke weed for the first time today in 2 weeks.

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Dr. John Christophel answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Could be your uvula: Smoking marijuana can cause swelling of the uvula which can give you the choking sensation.

Dr Puppala and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/21/2015

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A member asked:

I feel like there's a lump in my throat when i lay down. like a very minimal choking feeling. i didn't smoke weed for the first time today in 2 weeks.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Christophel answered

Dr Puppala and 2 doctors agreed

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