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Hello. for the last 2 days i have a feeling like there is food stuck in the base of my esophagus. i can swallow but swallowing food goes down slow. i have a very minor sore throat and feel the need to burp a lot. when i burp i can feel the lump again.

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Dr. William Culviner answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Globus: This lump in the throat sensation needs to be seen by an ENT MD with history, exam, and fiberoptic exam,

Answered 3/4/2016

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A member asked:

Hello. for the last 2 days i have a feeling like there is food stuck in the base of my esophagus. i can swallow but swallowing food goes down slow. i have a very minor sore throat and feel the need to burp a lot. when i burp i can feel the lump again.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Culviner answered

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