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Do all pills stuck in the esophagus eventually dissolve after a period of time ( short or long)?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

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Not necessarily: Some pills/tabs/caps have a hard outer casing and may need to be removed with a scoping procedure if truly stuck in the lower esophageal area.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 9/7/2013

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A member asked:

Do all pills stuck in the esophagus eventually dissolve after a period of time ( short or long)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

Dr Parvez agreed

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