Obstruction in esophagus blamed for chest pain says Dr Lamb
Dear reader concerns about chest pain when swallowing are explained as likely esophageal mechanical obstruction or cramp rather than heart disease. Doctors urge urgent medical evaluation with swallowing X rays and note hormone therapy for arthritis generally does not trigger heart attacks, while recommending cholesterol checks and diet changes to reduce heart disease risk.
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