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I occasionally choke on my own saliva. for like 30 seconds i can't breathe. like really total blockage. is there anything i can do about this?
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Sure...: Difficulty swallowing ("dysphagia") can be distinguished as a "transfer" problem (difficulty moving food from mouth to top of esophagus), "transit" problem (difficulty moving food down the esophagus), "spasm", gerd (due to sphincter problems), or obstructive (webs, rings, strictures, ulcer, tumor). Best to see a gastroenterologist (gi doctor) for evaluation & treatment. Tried an acid blocker yet?
Answered 10/15/2015
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