Eosinophilic esophagitis is a chronic condition and is an immune system disease. Eosinophil (a white blood cell) is present on the esophagus and can cause a reaction to food or acid reflux, leading to esophageal tissue damage. It can cause difficulty in swallowing.
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What causes the feeling of something stuck in the throat and metallic taste?
Query: Hi doctor, I have few symptoms for a month, like sour or metallic tongue, usually when I eat some food. I feel like I have something stuck in my throat, and I do not feel like eating anything. I feel short of breath. However, some relief if I burp, I also have to clear phlegm from my throat all the... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems there is a problem with your food pipe. Acid reflux, regurgitation of food, choking and frequent salivation, and sometimes vomiting are all symptoms related to food pipes (esophagus). The metallic taste of tongue, food stuck, and difficulty swallowing are... Read Full »
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