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What is wrong with a swallowing difficulty?

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Many problems: Swallowing problems can be due to many reasons. Some of the most common are brain diseases and problems in the throat or esophagus. Evaluation is necessary to elucidate the reason for the problem.

Dr Balin agreed

Answered 6/5/2013

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