Symptoms of HIV Infection

6. Pain on swallowing

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Pain, when eating or swallowing especially in the throat, is a common presenting problem in people with symptomatic HIV disease. This is caused by the oral sores or thrush. This can lead to ulceration and inflammation of the throat/ esophagus.