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Swallowing difficulty   

Overview | Recovery

Alternative names:

Dysphagia; Noncardiac chest pain; Impaired swallowing

Definition:

Difficulty when swallowing is the sensation that food is stuck in the throat or upper abdomen. This may be felt high in the neck or lower down, behind the breastbone (sternum).

Considerations

Common Causes

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