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  • Male
  • 30 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm a bit worried because it always feels like there's a lump or something stuck in my throat. Eating is fine, and I don't have trouble swallowing food, but when I just swallow my saliva, it feels like there's something tight in there. Can you help me understand what's going on?

Doctor 1

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Your symptoms suggest:

  1. Pulsatile tinnitus (abnormal sounds)
  2. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) causing dizziness
  3. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder

Consult an:

  1. ENT specialist
  2. Audiologist
  3. Neurologist (if dizziness persists)

In the meantime, try:

  • Relaxation techniques
  • Avoiding loud noises
  • Keeping your head still while sleeping

Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...

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Answered 04/07/2025

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