Does Food Feel “Stuck” When You Swallow?

If food keeps feeling “stuck,” stop calling it normal.

Do you need extra water to get food down?

Do you eat more slowly because certain foods feel like they’re getting stuck?

Or maybe swallowing has gradually become harder, but you’ve learned to work around it.

Difficulty swallowing is called dysphagia, and it’s something worth discussing with a gastroenterologist, especially when it keeps happening.

The issue isn’t simply what you’re eating. The next question is why swallowing has become difficult in the first place.

At Beverly Hills Center for Digestive Health, Dr. Mark Davidson evaluates gastrointestinal concerns including dysphagia, with procedures such as upper endoscopy available when appropriate.

Don’t let adapting to a symptom convince you the symptom is normal.

Experiencing recurring difficulty swallowing? Schedule a GI evaluation with Dr. Mark Davidson.

Does Food Feel "Stuck" When You Swallow?

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