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Every time i swallow i feel a uncomfortable feeling/pain and it feels like my hyoid bone is clicking or griding on something. if i touch my throat above my adams apple i can feel it clicking. its going on 3 weeks now. can acid reflux cause this?

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Swallowing problem: Unlikely to be caused by reflux. Would recommend seeing an ENT, they can do a laryngoscopy and help diagnose the problem. Also a barium swallow can be done if needed.

Dr Bickel agreed

Answered 3/26/2021

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Hello, I just have a couple of questions. I feel that my hyoid bone is protruded on the right side a bit more. I also noticed because of that if im laying at a weird position and if i move my throat or head it clicks/pops. Also if i swallow at certai?

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Are there exercises to help loose hyoid bone & clicking when swallow spit symptoms? Or leave it alone? Its discomfort. My ENT said Ibupro & wait. :-(

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