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Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Aug 4 5:39pm | Replies (9)
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Hello, I have OLP and now suspect I have the Lichen planus in my oesophagus.
When I start to chew and swallow, I get an incredible 'thump' of pain in my upper chest, I then unable to swallow and I get the hiccups. After that I can swallow the food. Does that sound anything like what you have experienced?
I had a telehealth call with my local hospital, and I had to give up when after explaining these symptoms, and that I have been diagnosed with Oral Lichen Planus and that I feared it has spread further - the doctor declared " never heard of it".
Such is the level of understanding here.
Thanks
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@sillyduffer I'm sorry you are experiencing that in your esophagus. There are other responses here that mention that. If you are close to a dental school, I think I'd start there. It is so rare that doctors may not have seen it. They may even be able to refer you to an internist who has knowledge. I hope you find someone to help you.