how many people get the lump-in-throat sensation? - Acid Reflux / GERD Message Board

scoot · 03-17-2007, 07:46 AM

hi all. its been a while. i was feeling better after quite a while of being off my PPI (i dont like taking it) but within the past few days the heartburn has increased and the lump-in-throat/"closing throat" sensation is back.

i have thyroid troubles too so its hard to distinguish exactly which problem is causing this symptom. due to the heartburn, i'm guessing this is my gerd kicking back up.

its such a scary feeling i had a mini-panic attack last night over it. it would be really helpful, please, if anyone here who has/had this lump-in-throat symptom just please respond with a yes and/or any explanation of your experience or advice. i really need to hear i'm not alone with this. its so much worse at night if i'm alone, like i'm afraid my throat will close up. i hate the panic component of gerd!

i'm back on my PPI as of today, so hopefully it'll go away quickly.
thank you

alex12 · 03-17-2007, 08:19 AM

That is one of my worse problems...I can't get rid of it no matter what I try.... the lump in the throat and the breathing is by far my worse problem.
Unfortunately You are not alone!

CandP · 03-17-2007, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by scoot

hi all. its been a while. i was feeling better after quite a while of being off my PPI (i dont like taking it) but within the past few days the heartburn has increased and the lump-in-throat/"closing throat" sensation is back.

i have thyroid troubles too so its hard to distinguish exactly which problem is causing this symptom. due to the heartburn, i'm guessing this is my gerd kicking back up.

its such a scary feeling i had a mini-panic attack last night over it. it would be really helpful, please, if anyone here who has/had this lump-in-throat symptom just please respond with a yes and/or any explanation of your experience or advice. i really need to hear i'm not alone with this. its so much worse at night if i'm alone, like i'm afraid my throat will close up. i hate the panic component of gerd!

i'm back on my PPI as of today, so hopefully it'll go away quickly.
thank you

Unfortunately this is all related to stress. Believe me, it will not kill you! The more stessed you are, the more present that "lump" will be. Just act like it's not there....mind over matter. Thats all you can do.

~K~ · 03-17-2007, 06:26 PM

Several lumps here! From base of throat to bottom of gullett.
When I swallow water it feels like lumpy veggie soup

Trish17 · 03-18-2007, 03:25 PM

When you refer to the lumps, are they inner lumps you feel when swallowing, or are they visible and touchable on your neck? I get a swollen lymph node occassionally. It's on the right side of my vocal cord. It isn't the lump I feel when I swallow.

Trish