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A 45-year-old male asked:

Why is it when i eat food gets stuck in my chest and i end up with heart burn and ingestion?

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Dr. Bradford Romans
A Verified Doctoranswered
Internal Medicine 39 years experience
You describe: Solid food dysphagia ...Possibly due to chronic inflammation from acid reflux but there are several possible causes. This condition needs evaluation by your primary care doctor or a gastroenterologist.
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Dr. Doyle Huey
Specializes in Family Medicine
Food/heartburn: This could be a serious problem and needs to be fully evaluated. See your doctor for testing.
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Last updated May 22, 2014

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