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Front of my neck just to the left of my trachea feels tight from my jaw down to collar bone. feels worse for a min after i drink water or look up. why?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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Be seen: There are a number of ootential considerations, many if which relate to an abnormality of the upper GI tract and/or trachea. A good medical check up with an internist would probably be a good place to start.

Answered 5/16/2016

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A member asked:

Front of my neck just to the left of my trachea feels tight from my jaw down to collar bone. feels worse for a min after i drink water or look up. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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