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Wednesday, June 11, 2008 marty rogers asks

Q: i have discomfort in my throat and upper chest when i swallow, feels like a lump or blockage in my

throat.  Have difficulty swallowing liquids or solid foods. 

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6/12/08 12:07pm

Marty,

 

Any discomfort that is making it difficult to swallow or eat foods should be looked at by a doctor immediately.

 

To learn more about the common causes of swallowing difficulty click here.

 


One possible explanation could be a condition known as Shatzki's ring.

 

 

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