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The German word "hals" translates to "neck" in English.

November 11, 2016 | 15,00 EUR | answered by Dr. med. Frauke Gehring

Hello, sometimes I have a strange feeling in my throat, like a foreign body sensation or swelling. What could this be? I'm afraid it might be an esophagitis. Regards

Dr. med. Frauke Gehring

Good day,

An esophagitis is possible, but then nothing serious and can be easily treated with a few capsules. It is also possible that the thyroid gland is swollen due to hypofunction, and this is usually easily treatable with medication as well.

Your primary care physician can take care of both.

Sincerely, Dr. Höllering