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DeMossville, KY
A 21-year-old female asked:

It feels like there is a ball in my throat and it seems to get worse the more i swallow. it feels like it sticks together even when i'm drinking :/

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Dr. Tri Huynh
Gastroenterology 19 years experience
Dysphagia: If you have difficult swallowing, you need to see a local GI physician for further evaluation and possible egd (upper endoscopy).
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Last updated Mar 31, 2018

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