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This morning i began with upper back pain when i swallow food. as soon as the food passes through my esophagus the back pain stops. do you have any id?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Can be a diverticulu: This can be an esophageal stricture or diverticulum. Your physician can have this evaluated.
Answered 2/12/2021
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Esophageal problem: The sensation of pain in the esophagus is usually an accurate indication of the level of an esophageal problem. A visit to a GI doctor would likely provide the most rapid diagnosis and treatment. Often an upper endoscopy would provide the answer.
Answered 4/22/2021
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