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What does it mean i'd i cough a lot afteri eat? someone's theres phlegm. am i chewing or swallowing food right? also feel air through esophagus.
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Coughing: You might have some reflux coming up to your throat. Coughing is one of the most common symptoms of lpr, or laryngopharyngeal reflux. I would have you see an ent. Alternatively, you could be aspirating some food when you eat, but this is far less likely.
Answered 10/22/2020
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