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I often have this feeling i am choking especially when lying. is it heartburn, or sth psychological and is it dangerous? i am overall a healthy person

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See your pcp: for exam and proper diagnosis. First you must rule out medical causes for choking feeling. If all points to psychological causes, ask your doc for referral to a mental health professional for guidance. I hope this helps.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/30/2016

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