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Difficulty in swallowing food n water

2020-12-20 22:52:45
My mother has been facing difficulty in swallowing food/water from past few years. She feels like something is stuck in her throat or chest. She is a slow eater though. Please advise what could be the problem n whom should be consulted?
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If you are located in or around Bangalore, please bring your mother to meet me. Otherwise, take her to a good ENT, Head & Neck Surgeon.

Answered2020-12-21 07:23:22

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Hi.. consult general SURGEON for further evaluation

Answered2020-12-21 02:16:35

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