I Have A Continuous Sensation In Throat That Something Is

Posted on Thu, 22 Oct 2020

Question: I have a continuous sensation in throat that something is stuck and sometimes have a choking sensation while sleeping is it due to GERD

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
GERD

Detailed Answer:
HI,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
Feeling of something something stuck in the throat is called globus pharyngeus.
GERD is one of the causes of globus pharyngeus.
It can also occur due to post nasal drip especially if you have sinusitis.
Sometimes it may be due to anxiety.

You can take Prilosec for relief.(presuming you do not have sinusitis or anxiety).
Regards,
Dr.R.K.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (1 hour later)

What about the choking sensation which happens only when I am sleeping?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (9 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Answer given below

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
That again is due to GERD.
You can take Prilosec (Omeprazole) for relief.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (4 minutes later)

Is this anything serious and can it be cured permanently?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Answer given below

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
It is not serious.
To prevent recurrence you need to change your life style -
1. Reduce weight if obese
2. Avoid alcohol and smoking ( if you have these habits)
3. Avoid coffee, citrus, chocolates, tomatoes, spicy food
4.Eat multiple smaller meals
5. Go to bed two hours after food
6. Lead a stress free life

Regards,
Dr.R.K.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar