Hello, and I read the thread. I do not have the mentioned problems but I do have trouble swallowing. My PCP has ordered me to an ENT specialist. He wants them to take a peek down my throat and I am afraid. Would you please tell me what to expect with this test. I already swallowed some bitter stuff a year or so ago. I have many nodes in my thyroid, and have had two cervial ops. I am fused C3-7. The last insision was long in my neck. It is 8 months post surgery and my doctor no longer thinks this is normal. Thank you. ginnie