For most people, swallowing is second nature, but how does it occur, and why do some people have difficulty with it? Researchers at Kyushu University in Japan have started to tackle these questions by ...

Dysphagia or difficulty swallowing usually indicates some disorder of the esophagus. An accurate, detailed history can suggest the cause of dysphagia and can enable the physician to define the cause ...

Anxiety can cause many physical symptoms, including swallowing difficulties. It activates the fight-or-flight response, which releases stress hormones to prepare you for potential threats. It may ...

The feeling of something stuck in one’s throat (globus) can be constant or it can come and go. If a disease or a condition isn't the cause, lifestyle changes may help make the feeling go away. If ...