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I have a clicking feeling/sound when swallowing to the right of my hyoid bone when it reaches the top of the throat when swallowing. healthy 25 yo?

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Well: Was there any injury to your throat or Nick?. This is probably harmless if there's no pain and no injury.for specific diagnosis and treatment see a ear nose and throat doctor

Answered 7/15/2016

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A member asked:

I have a clicking feeling/sound when swallowing to the right of my hyoid bone when it reaches the top of the throat when swallowing. healthy 25 yo?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

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