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I feel bit discomfort while swallowing saliva or food..this is especially left side of my throat. Sometimes I feel something pressurising on both side of my throat. What could be the reason for this?

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Hey, it can be ulcer deep in throat , tonsillitis, if you have symptoms of cold it can be Due to lymphedinitis consult physician or ENT specialist ...  Read More

My grandfather suffered from indigestion, gas, stomach pain and bloated stomach 3 days ago during this time he also vomited a couple of time, after being treated with meds- digene syrup, rentac, NS- DNS, and tramadol he says he is feeling better and stomach is not upset. He is complaining about the pain in the throat and in the middle of the chest

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Please take a physical consultation from a local gastroentrologist. ...  Read More

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Hi I am facing discomfort while swallowing saliva from last 10 days.. particularly on the right side... I am worried if it’s due to any tumour... Not having any discomfort while having food or water.. Please advise.

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You seem to be suffering from reflux laryngopharyngitis which is type of acidity related disorder. You may need to take anti reflux medications for few weeks for long term benefits. It's unlikely to b ...  Read More

I recently had heartburn but also have cold. I am taking Esomeprazole every day for a week now. Now I feel sight discomfort while swallowing as if something is obstructing. I can swallow normally. I also feel sight fullness in left ear. And can hear click sounds when I eat. What could this be?

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You need thorough examination by ENT ...  Read More

I am experiencing slight discomfort in swallowing food and drinks. There is lingering feeling in the back too. What could be the reason? Which kind of specialist to consult with?

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Hello there, it can be due to throat infection. Its nothing to worry about, Medication will help you feel better in 3 days. Do consult online and get prescribed. ...  Read More

While swallowing i feel something pinching near tonsil. The discomfort part changes sometimes when my neck tilts left/right. Pain is very less. It started yesterday while having lunch. I also had gas problem yesterday. Once i was getting a burp, the discomfort went away for sometime and comes back later. Discomfort is little less than yesterday. Al

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Attach picture of throat ...  Read More

If I drink water or eat anything, I am feeling a little discomfort near the chest in esophagus as the food goes to stomach. It is not a gas issue which I am very sure of. It just feels like the flow is disturbed due to something getting stuck. Please suggest me what can be done in such a situation.

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Hi.... Avoid foods and drinks that trigger heartburn. Everyone has specific triggers. Common triggers such as fatty or fried foods, tomato sauce, alcohol, chocolate, mint, garlic, onion, and caffeine ...  Read More

I had right tonsil swelling for past two weeks I m using cool lip 1 years little discomfort while swallowing and I checked 2 ENT specialized ENT told it s normal another ENT prescribed for antibiotics for tonsillitis the swelling not reduced can I suffer tonsil cancer plz me

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Asymetry in tonsill size may happen. Its worrysome if size jeeps on increasing. Tonsil cancer is uncommon at your age. ...  Read More

I am experiencing discomfort while swallowing normally , feeling choked ,after eating feeling as if food is stuck there and I have visited two ENT doctors but still facing sore throat .. need an urge to clear throat almost all time difficulty in breathing rashes on the upper most area of mouth. Kindly suggest something..

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Consult online with proper history and video consultation for better understanding of problem ...  Read More

From last couple of days I have a feeling as if food or something is stuck in chest. It takes a lot of effot and uneasiness to swallow food or water. I am on healthy diet but still. Dont feel acidic though. But this constant pressure in chest is bothering a lot and making eating difficult. What could be the reason. It feels like there is air stuck

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Gerd You need medication Consult to discuss more ...  Read More

My stomach was very acidic, and now slowly and gradually I have developed difficult and pain-full in swallowing. I vomit sometimes after eating. What should i do ? How should i move forward??

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Acidity that slowly turns into pain or difficulty swallowing often means the food pipe lining has gotten irritated or inflamed from reflux. Vomiting after meals on top of that makes it worth getting c ...  Read More

Hello I am suffering from minor discomfort and minor pain in my mid abdominal pain. It's been 2-3 days. Can you please suggest what I do now.

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Mild, on-and-off pain in the middle of your abdomen for 2 to 3 days usually points to gas, indigestion or mild gastritis. This is rarely serious when it stays mild and there's no fever or vomiting alo ...  Read More

There has been a fight, my brother has hited by a hard stick in his hand, and the hand kind of look like swallow/ broken. I've uploaded some images, what should I do next?

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From the photos, there is significant swelling around the wrist/distal forearm after a direct blow. A fracture cannot be confirmed or excluded from photographs alone. With this mechanism and swelling, ...  Read More

So Im taking my rabies vaccine.Exposure happened on 27th July ,one dog came running towards me and hit me like a push type happened .It happened so quickly that i didnt figure out did he bite or scratch me ,saw some dots and marks on my skin at different areas but not sure when that happened .For safe side I took the vaccine only no rig was given

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No need ...  Read More

Hi Dr..My 5.5 year old daughter swallowed date seed my mistake.She is breathing, eating and drinking properly.Do we need to take her to hospital.Is this an emergency case or it will pass in stool.

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Don't worry...it will digest it come out ...  Read More

I’ve had mild throat discomfort since around June 4. The pain is about 2/10, occurs randomly around 7–8 times a day, lasts only 1–3 seconds, and is not consistent. After visiting a general physician and taking the prescribed medication, the stinging pain resolved. However, I now occasionally experience random episodes of dry throat. I’m also curren

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Get ur complete examination done including blood sample ...  Read More

I have severe pain under my left ear downwards to my neck and I feel difficult in swallowing and there is slight inflammation there but no redness and nothing just i have severe pain there what could be the reason doc is it something serious or it will be ok by itself within few days, by the it is since last 3-4 days , is there any home remedy whic

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You may have throat infection or ear infection. You will need a physical checkup ...  Read More

I have history of IBS . For the past week, I've had severe indigestion, throat discomfort, and I am regurgitating sour, undigested food even after 2.5 hours after eating when I try to burp. Taking 40mg PPI 2 times a day since yesterday and liquid Gaviscon . But they aren't providing full relief. Kindly help.

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Your symptoms are more suggestive of an upper gastrointestinal or esophageal disorder than IBS alone. Regurgitation of undigested food several hours after eating warrants evaluation by a gastroenterol ...  Read More

Today morning, while I was eating noodles, I felt a slight prick in my throat. However, little throats pain havnWhat should I do to know whether I accidentally swallowed something sharp or a piece of plastic?

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Take sucral ...  Read More

Ive been feeling this unexplained discomfort and pressure in upper and lower jaw, side of jaws and under jaw and from past few months my brother is feeling the same bcoz we share food he is feeling pain and he told he feels pain on one side of jaw till chin and something hard in there but i cant see any lump and sometimes i feel very mild pin like

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Dear Patient, The pain in the jaw may be due to the faulty food habits. and the lump was found to be due to the itchiness in the corner of the lips. The lump is lymphadenitis. Since you are having th ...  Read More

Hi I was used to swallow the pills multiple at same time but this issue is happening since around 6 months and now iam difficulty to swallow a single tablet why this happening and what are the ways to cure this problem ? and why this happening ? I don't have any medical issues and i regularly go to gym and living healthy life and when I eat food an

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It’s better you get a video laryngoscope of throat done ...  Read More

Sir i feel fear at night and trouble swallowing saliva difficult sleeping also, when i ride bike the same i feel difficult swallowing spitting As soon as I try to sleep some choking like sound i hear and choke me And some time sleeping time hpanic jerk aslo occur What is this plz doctors help I cannot watch even tv also i nedd to swallow saliva o

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Gerd and also causes of Dysphagia . Further evaluation needed ...  Read More

Just now I accidentally swallow jammun seeds what to do after that I sip a glass of water and had two banana

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I think i have nasal polyps and sinus issues. Since 5 months i am suffering from swallowing issues. I feel that food gets stuck in throat or i have to swallow hard or take some water to gulp it down. Below i am attaching my pns xray. Please let me know what i am suffering. I wanna eat again normally. This stuff has caused me lot of stress and anxie

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You must visit ent specialist for evaluation only ct pns doesn’t tell your diagnosis. ...  Read More

Hello. I have had gastric issues in the past due to stress and anxiety and again it has started to happen. Now i have a mild pain in lower abdomen and discomfort in the testicles. Please suggest how to get relief from this. Should i take pantop dsr?

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mild pain in the lower abdomen and discomfort in the testicles, alongside a history of stress-induced gastric issues, requires a structured professional review. While you have experienced acid reflux ...  Read More

Why do I always feel stomach discomfort like I feel gettings motion in pressure during exams and sometimes after heavy exercises . Why is it so any solution

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This can be stress induced diarrhea/urgency or IBS-D Kindly consult here or on 9999 x 104 x 408 ...  Read More

Not sure how to explain this weird problem. 2 days ago I had a protein which affected my stomach and after which I went for the poop. After that there's a strange pain in anal and it feels like some swelling is there in that area because whenever I'm sitting it's kind of painful and discomfort. Because of this I'm unable to sit properly and sleep p

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I am having difficulty swallowing food for the past few days. Even soft food like watermelon feels stuck in my lower throat/neck area. I am also unable to swallow tablets. However, I can drink water without any problem. Sometimes it gives me a choking feeling and I feel anxious like I might not be able to breathe. What could be the cause and what s

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U need to consult a gastro physician...will require endoscopy ...  Read More

I have be cough for more than 1 week with chest discomfort any suggestion for treatment, also wanted home made remedies for cured. Is it related with heart attack.

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What you can do at home: * Take warm fluids (tea, soups) * Steam inhalation 2–3 times daily * Honey with warm water (helps soothe throat) * Avoid cold drinks, dust, and smoking. ...  Read More

I feel heaviness in eyes and head along with dull ache in neck and upper back and legs with sometimes in arms with numbness. I have mild cervical spondalysis. Sometimes when I need to have urge for passing stools I feel weakness in legs and arms. I am feeling totally discomfort throughout the day. There is feeling of dizziness sometimes. Kindly su

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