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A 35-year-old female asked:

I have what feels like a huge air bubble stuck in the top of my chest and back of throat. gaviscon is not working g, i've tried burping which isn't working. everytime i swallow or burp it is painful. do i need to go in to see a doctor ?

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Dr. Marjorie Milleranswered

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Pain with swallowing: Yes you will need to see a Gastroenterologist who may schedule an EGD or endoscopic evaluation using a small camera.

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