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Hi, Often, I have food getting stuck at back of my tongue and throat. I always have to put my finger in to take it out. I can t understand why this happens. I don t know the exact name where it gets stuck. Its like an opening at the back of tongue. Thanks
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i am concerned as this is not a normal thing to happen!
you may be having a swelling or a pouch called diverticula , which may be causing these symptoms!
please meet your ent doctor for endoscopic evaluation and further advice.
thanks
i am concerned as this is not a normal thing to happen!
you may be having a swelling or a pouch called diverticula , which may be causing these symptoms!
please meet your ent doctor for endoscopic evaluation and further advice.
thanks
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