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I get food stuck under my throat area and drinking water helps. tests are clear. lately , i noticed that almost every time i burb after that episode. could it all be due to air trapped within that area that causes this?

Q: i get food stuck under my throat area and drinking water helps. tests are clear. lately , i noticed that almost every time i burb after that episode. could it all be due to air trapped within that area that causes this?

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without examining you. It would be prudent to consult a speech pathologist to evaluate your swallowing system.

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without examining you. It would be prudent to consult a speech pathologist to evaluate your swallowing system.

Answered 12/13/2022

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A member asked:

I get food stuck under my throat area and drinking water helps. tests are clear. lately , i noticed that almost every time i burb after that episode. could it all be due to air trapped within that area that causes this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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