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What Causes Throat Discomfort And Difficulty In Swallowing?
hi...feels like ive got a golf ball in my throat...I went to dr he is sending me to get a scan on my thyroid..ive never had any problems before...just started a month ago seems when I eat it gets swollen more I have no problem eating or drinking just swallowing saliva and aches like a sore muscle
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Hello,
Yes, thyroid enlargement gives rise to difficulty in drinking and eating. A thyroid scan is a good investigation for this. Also, undergo thyroid profile.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Varinder Joshi , General & Family Physician
Yes, thyroid enlargement gives rise to difficulty in drinking and eating. A thyroid scan is a good investigation for this. Also, undergo thyroid profile.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Varinder Joshi , General & Family Physician
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