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Dull ache in middle of throat when swallowing. tight ache not sore comes and goes sometimes. no trouble swallowing or talking or drooling. what is it?
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Upper valve tight: There is a valve between the throat and esophagus that is usually closed. Sometimes it is tighter than normal and gives a sensation of, tightness or something is the throat. Can be from reflux or stress. If swallowing affected then seek, medical care.
Answered 5/27/2013
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