7 year old - feels something stuck in throat

for the past 6 weeks my 7 year old daughter has felt intermittently that something is stuck at the base of her throat.  We had an xray done and started prevacid for 4 weeks which did not help.  Also feels like she needs to "pop a bubble" in her throat when she swallows and I can visibly she her swallow hard.  Has some anxiety since she was little so ped recommended pyschologist which seems to be helping a little bit but still feeling the bubble sensation.  Also was concerned about choking and dying.  Have appts for GI and ENT but not til next month.  Just wondering if anyone else has had these symptoms.

Thanks

[mammo]

This is typical with acid refux, and it can take a bit longer for the medication to work.  If the medication doesn't help within the next two weeks, I would ask to try another one.  It is also seen with anxiety, you're doing the right thing with seeing a psychologist.  Just keep reassuring your daughter that it is a "bubble" from her tummy that is making her feel this way, and there is no way she will choke or die. Remind her of how easily bubbles break and go away. I think this is adding to her anxiety which in the end may have started with the reflux.  My husband has it and I see how nervous he gets when he feels like he is choking, so I can see how terrifying this would be for a child.  Acid reflux (GERD) is common in children, calming her fears for now is very important.  I'm happy to see you so proactive with her health!  Take care.

[michell221]

Has she been checked for esophagal spasms?  This disease often gives the person the feeling of something in the throat.