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I got a piece of food stuck in my throat yesterday during lunch. it is over 24 hrs now and it still seems to be there and bothersome. i have tried eating softer foods, drinking coke, and lots of water but should i continue to wait it out?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Food stuck: This could occur if you happen to have a diverticulum(small pouch) in your throat. If symptoms persist, an Otolaryngologist can examine and advise you.

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/3/2019

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A member asked:

I got a piece of food stuck in my throat yesterday during lunch. it is over 24 hrs now and it still seems to be there and bothersome. i have tried eating softer foods, drinking coke, and lots of water but should i continue to wait it out?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

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