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A member asked:

Why do i frequently wake up thinking i swallowed something and am choking? feels like lump in throat and cant swallow. anxiety?

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Dr. Charles Cattano answered

Its possible...: Simple evaluation may alleviate your concern and start you on the path to treatment--please see your doctor.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/27/2017

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