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Does anyone have a problem with a sharp pain in the back of the head and the throat when swallowing?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Playa Del Rey, CA

When I swallow I get an extreme pain in the back of the throat that radiates from my ears to the back of my head. It is primarily on the right side most of the time. When the pain hits the back of my head it feels like a thousand nerves have exploded. The pain is severe. I have had so many tests and seen so many doctors and nobody can tell me what is causing it.

I did some research on the PD Foundation's website and apparently have 90% of the symptoms that say this might be related to my PD.

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March 2, 2016
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I was diagnosed in Sept and I am now experiencing difficuty swallowing. Pills and food keep getting stuck in my esphaghas. Im on Azelect and amantadine. is that whats causing this?

March 14, 2016
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Mine is primarily leftside. But so severe cannot even turn head. So far no answer from dictors or home health nurse.

July 22, 2020
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

What is the name of the pill you take that causes this

March 5, 2016
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Which pill do you take at night that causes this @A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

March 4, 2016

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