I've been having trouble swallowing food for the last couple of days, and I'm worried because I can actually feel my epiglottis when I touch behind my tongue. It's not really affecting my breathing, but swallowing feels weird. Could this be something serious?

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Do not worry, visit you ENT doctor for evaluation and appropriate treatment.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been having trouble swallowing food for the last couple of days, and I'm worried because I can actually feel my epiglottis when I touch behind my tongue. It's not really affecting my breathing, but swallowing feels weird. Could this be something serious?

Do not worry, visit you ENT doctor for evaluation and appropriate treatment.

More ENT Health Queries

I've been diagnosed with nasal polyps and using the nasal spray my doctor prescribed, but it only gives temporary relief. Surgery is an option, but I'm worried about the polyps coming back. Are there effective homeopathy or Ayurveda treatments for nasal polyps, and how well do they actually work?

I've been diagnosed with a perforated eardrum in my right ear, and my doctor recommended surgery. Are there any non-surgical treatments like homeopathy that could help fix this? Also, is it safe to travel by plane with this condition or should I avoid flying?

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