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If extensive gi workup showed no structual problems or ca of esophagus (only esophageal dysmotility) is chonic sore throat & chest 2 yrs later gi?
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Sore throat: Stomach acid, post nasal drip, allergies, smoking, dry weather are common causes of sore throat.
Answered 5/24/2015
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Maybe: Your sore throat could certainly be a GI cause. I would recommend that you undergo evaluation for acid reflux to see if that is a cause for your sore throat. Esophageal dysmotility could contribute as well, although it depends on what kind of dysmotility you have (there are many).
Answered 7/3/2015
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