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Hi, Here Recently I’ve Noticed It’s A Little Harder To
Question: Hi, here recently I’ve noticed it’s a little harder to swallow some foods I can swallow good but it seems like smaller food seem like they sit in my throat below my Adam’s apple if I can behind with water or more food it usually pushes it down?
Brief Answer:
Endoscopy is required.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
Acid reflux is the most common cause for “globus” (sensation of having a lump or something stuck in the throat). However, other causes like any lump or mass in the esophagus(food pipe) must be ruled out especially if you are above the age of fifty.
You should undergo an endoscopy for further assessment.
As of now, you can take over the counter available antacids like omeprazole or pantoprazole for symptomatic relief.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks
Endoscopy is required.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
Acid reflux is the most common cause for “globus” (sensation of having a lump or something stuck in the throat). However, other causes like any lump or mass in the esophagus(food pipe) must be ruled out especially if you are above the age of fifty.
You should undergo an endoscopy for further assessment.
As of now, you can take over the counter available antacids like omeprazole or pantoprazole for symptomatic relief.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks
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