Odynophagia
Definitions
Description
Pain while swallowing.
When to seek immediate medical care
See a healthcare professional immediately if you have food stuck in your throat or chest.
When to make a doctor's appointment
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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