Problems when swallowing food

[rod44]

For the past few weeks I have noticed food dose not go down easy when I try to swallow, it usually gets stuck at the level of my Adams apple, I can wash it down with water but it is a worry and embarrassing when eating out.  I have problems as well with dry mouth caused by medications (Lyrica & amitriptyline) I chew my food well and drink lots of water.I also find when I go to bed I have a lot of saliva in this area as well witch I cant seem to get rid of and it's annoying. The choking causes a feeling of panic as well

I will talk to my family doctor but I would like to get some feedback from others, their experiences, what helped.

Thanks in advance

ROD.

[rod44]

Thanks. Do you know if this is  Chiari related?

[caregiver222]

This problem is called dysphagia, and you need a referral to a specialist in this area. They will order a swallow study, and go from there, as well as an MRI. There are many possible etiologies, some very serious and some not so serious. With some people the swallowing problem is circadian, and they can swallow more easily at certain times of day. Make a physician's consult a priority.

[rod44]

I think this is a neuro issue as well,
I will talk to my GP and ask about the Swallow study.
I was thinking of getting an antihistamine because my ears and sinius are blocked up.
It is, I get a bit panicky when it dose not go down.

I will be going over in the Morning and will have a chat with him about this.

Thanks Selma, I appreciate your feedback :D

[selmaS]

  Hi...I had this issue as well and went and had the swallow study done and all looked fine so it was a neuro issue and not a physical one....

I would suggest getting the test done so you know for sure....

Once in a while I still choke on my own saliva too....and find that the antihistamines is helping as I also had PND causing much of the choking as well....

This can be very scary and I do understand  feeling anxious when it happens.....

Ask Kevin about a swallow study....