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Can trauma to your neck cause a tight feeling in your throat as if there is sometimes a lump there?

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Dr. Mark Loury answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Yes: Could be swelling or tightness in some of the throat muscles. Seek evaluation if there are voice changes or swallowing problems.

Answered 5/21/2013

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A member asked:

Can trauma to your neck cause a tight feeling in your throat as if there is sometimes a lump there?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Loury answered

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