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What can cause gurgling and stuck food in throat feeling when trying to eat?

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Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

Slow down eating: Try slowing down your eating. Eat smaller bites and chew more thoroughly. If the stuck feeling persists see your doctor. A gurgling sound while eating is common.

Dr Placik agreed

Answered 5/15/2019

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A member asked:

What can cause gurgling and stuck food in throat feeling when trying to eat?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

Dr Placik agreed

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