Odynophagia

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Pain while swallowing.

Description

See a healthcare professional immediately if you have food stuck in your throat or chest.

When to seek immediate medical care

Make an appointment to see a healthcare professional if:

• The pain won’t go away.
• You’re losing weight.
• Swallowed food is coming back up into your mouth, called regurgitation.
• You’re vomiting.

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