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Sometimes when i swallow it feels like my esophagus/throat needs to be stretched or cracked. its hard to explai but when i move my neck or open my jaw, that feeling goes away. no pain. what is going on?
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Swallowing: Dyspahgia is defined as "difficulty or discomfort in swallowing, as a symptom of disease". Your swallowing is determined by your tounge, pharynx and esophagus. Swallowing can be effected masses which typically are associated with swallowing problems that are persistent. Come and go problems are associated with the muscles or nerves of the area. Diseases, medications, stress can all be possible.
Answered 11/14/2019
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