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Feels as if something stuck in lower part of throat. i swallow, but sensation still there. no pain, seems to get worse throughout day. what could it b?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Suzanne Galli answered

See an ENT: You might consider having your throat evaluated and a more extensive history taken by a board certified otolaryngologist

Dr Archer agreed

Answered 7/25/2015

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Dr. David Kam answered

Globus: It is a common sensation related to a circular sphincter on the top of your esophagus call cricopharyngeus muscle. See ENT for exam and r/o acid reflux.

Dr Archer agreed

Answered 6/9/2015

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A member asked:

Feels as if something stuck in lower part of throat. i swallow, but sensation still there. no pain, seems to get worse throughout day. what could it b?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Suzanne Galli answered

Dr Archer agreed

Dr. David Kam answered

Dr Archer agreed

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