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Constant feeling of itch in throat just above sternal end of right collarbone. er said lungs sounded ok and chest x-ray ok. itch makes me cough a bit?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See allergist: You may have an allergic condition causing the itching. On the other hand, I wonder if you meant irritation instead of itching since your history of gastritis may point to reflux as the cause as well.

Answered 1/5/2018

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A member asked:

Constant feeling of itch in throat just above sternal end of right collarbone. er said lungs sounded ok and chest x-ray ok. itch makes me cough a bit?

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