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Hi for the past 4 years i have had this feeling in my throat as if someone is choking me constantly, and when i swallow i feel i'm swallowing phlegm

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Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Sure?: You having these symptoms for 4 years, since 12 years old? Are you sure? Do you have a parents? Have you been seen by doctor within 4 years? Please, ask parents to bring you to the doctor to resolve these symptoms. We can not do it on line.

Dr Hodge and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/21/2017

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A member asked:

Hi for the past 4 years i have had this feeling in my throat as if someone is choking me constantly, and when i swallow i feel i'm swallowing phlegm

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

Dr Hodge and 2 doctors agreed

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