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Choking Sensation In Throat, Might Be Anxiety Related. Drinking Water Helps. Permanent Cure?
Good morning: I am a 68 year old woman who has intermittent chocking sensations in my throat . It feels as if someone has his hands around my throat. It comes on very suddenly but disappears once I drink water. Most websites tell me it is anxiety related (no mental history of this and water clears the issue immediately). Any input would be appreciated. Thank you.
Wed, 30 Jan 2013
Hello
I have gone through your query regarding recurrent chocking sensation in your throat which gets re leaved by drinking few sips of water.
Considering your symptoms I can't ignore anxiety factor but I would suggest to think for G.E.R.D. (gastro-esophageal- reflux-disorder )
To differentiate above two you are advice to consult an E.N.T. specialist who will do a thorough clinical examination and possibly direct laryngoscopy and upper G.I.endoscopy to reach the final diagnosis and plan for treatment.
I hope you are now satisfy about your query.
With Regards
I have gone through your query regarding recurrent chocking sensation in your throat which gets re leaved by drinking few sips of water.
Considering your symptoms I can't ignore anxiety factor but I would suggest to think for G.E.R.D. (gastro-esophageal- reflux-disorder )
To differentiate above two you are advice to consult an E.N.T. specialist who will do a thorough clinical examination and possibly direct laryngoscopy and upper G.I.endoscopy to reach the final diagnosis and plan for treatment.
I hope you are now satisfy about your query.
With Regards
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