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GERD (Acid Reflux) (Expert Forum)
lump ON throat and trouble swallowing
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
India
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lump ON throat and trouble swallowing
by akleone, Nov 17, 2008 12:09AM
well i have had reflux bad since 7. I am 22 now. I have a lump on my throat in the middle towards the left and trouble swallowing. I also am hoarse coughing weird. what's wrong
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Nov 17, 2008 07:48AM
, Nov 17, 2008 07:48AM
Hi,
Feeling of lump in the throat and difficulty in swallowing can occur in GERD though there are other causes as well. An upper GI scopy and 24 hours pH monitoring may be done to find the cause.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
Feeling of lump in the throat and difficulty in swallowing can occur in GERD though there are other causes as well. An upper GI scopy and 24 hours pH monitoring may be done to find the cause.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
