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I have severe pain in chest when trying to swallow, advice?

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Chest pain: Chest pain on swallowing should be evaluated by a doctor. This may be a generalist to start, or gastroenterologist or ent. That type of pain is not usually related to heart problems.

Dr Rosenfeld agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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