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What Causes Breathlessness And Feeling Of Blocked Throat?

Hello. 35+ yr old male (5'11, 158lb). Following symptoms: 1- suddenly awaking gasping for air (night), 2- sensation of something stuck at bottom of throat (during day). Doc ordered neck and chest CT (DLP 1030) + barrium swallow (few hrs later; 3.5min). I had head CT about 5yrs ago. How badly should I worry now about x-ray exposure (I am terrified!!!)? Thank you.
Mon, 19 Jun 2017
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Hello,

There are many more organic lesions causing said symptoms but your case seems more likely to be of anxiety associated issue. Without worrying for exposure to radiation, go for CT and Barium swallow otherwise, you will be more stressful in thoughts of the diagnosis only because your anxiety is doing more harm to your body than radiation.

My suggestions for a better outcome:
• Deep breathing exercises 30 minutes/day
• Meditations sessions minimum 1 hour/day
• Regular exercise, walking in fresh air
• Avoid smoking/alcohol/abuse substances used if any
• Manage to have sound uninterrupted sleep of 7 to 8 hours
• Avoid watching horror shows, movies, laptop, and texting work in mobile before 2 hours of sleep
• Avoid late night parties, shouting, spicy, oily, non veg items
• Most important above all is self-confidence and be positive must be the agenda of life

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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What Causes Breathlessness And Feeling Of Blocked Throat?

Hello, There are many more organic lesions causing said symptoms but your case seems more likely to be of anxiety associated issue. Without worrying for exposure to radiation, go for CT and Barium swallow otherwise, you will be more stressful in thoughts of the diagnosis only because your anxiety is doing more harm to your body than radiation. My suggestions for a better outcome: • Deep breathing exercises 30 minutes/day • Meditations sessions minimum 1 hour/day • Regular exercise, walking in fresh air • Avoid smoking/alcohol/abuse substances used if any • Manage to have sound uninterrupted sleep of 7 to 8 hours • Avoid watching horror shows, movies, laptop, and texting work in mobile before 2 hours of sleep • Avoid late night parties, shouting, spicy, oily, non veg items • Most important above all is self-confidence and be positive must be the agenda of life Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel