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What Causes Pain And Discomfort In Throat?

There is an uneasy feeling below my Adam s apple and above my collarbones. I m able to breathe properly so I presume it s in the oesophagus. A few days ago, there was a pain but now it s gone. It feels as if something is stuck in my throat but there isn t anything. It gets very uncomfortable sometimes but feels fine for a few seconds when I burp. What is happening?
Fri, 30 Jun 2023
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Anesthesiologist,  's  Response
Hello,

Some causes of feeling something stuck in throat and very uncomfortable feeling are:
1) Sore throat
2) Thyroid swelling causing pressure on esophagus
3) Gastroesophageal reflux leading to esophageal inflammation
4) Esophageal webs
5) Llymph node swelling

Most probably, yours might be esophageal inflammation due to reflux. Treatment involves the following:
1) Tab. Nexium (esomeprazole) 40 mg once daily before food.
2) Elevation of head side of bed.
3) Avoidance of spicy food.
4) If burning is severe, you can take antacid.
5) Avoid fatty foods, alcohol and peppermint, caeffine
6)Lose weight if you are overweight.
7) Quit smoking if present
8) Do not lie down immediately after a meal.

If your symptoms don't come down, you may need to consult a gastroenterologist for upper gastrointestinal endoscopy to find out accurate cause and initiate appropriate treatment.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist
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What Causes Pain And Discomfort In Throat?

Hello, Some causes of feeling something stuck in throat and very uncomfortable feeling are: 1) Sore throat 2) Thyroid swelling causing pressure on esophagus 3) Gastroesophageal reflux leading to esophageal inflammation 4) Esophageal webs 5) Llymph node swelling Most probably, yours might be esophageal inflammation due to reflux. Treatment involves the following: 1) Tab. Nexium (esomeprazole) 40 mg once daily before food. 2) Elevation of head side of bed. 3) Avoidance of spicy food. 4) If burning is severe, you can take antacid. 5) Avoid fatty foods, alcohol and peppermint, caeffine 6)Lose weight if you are overweight. 7) Quit smoking if present 8) Do not lie down immediately after a meal. If your symptoms don t come down, you may need to consult a gastroenterologist for upper gastrointestinal endoscopy to find out accurate cause and initiate appropriate treatment. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pallavi M., Anesthesiologist