Problems swallowing due to anxiety???? - Anxiety Message Board

Twig · 12-24-2005, 05:36 PM

I have been having problems swallowing anything other than liquids for the past week. I haven't eaten anything solid for a week either. The doctor gave me ativan for my anxiety....but can anxiety really cause food to feel like it gets stuck or go down the wrong tube? I have been having problems with what seems like food is going down the wrong tube all the time? Anyone with an idea please HELP!!!

Triple777 · 12-24-2005, 11:39 PM

Often my throat gets really tight and it's hard to talk or swallow. Some foods feel like they are getting stuck, especially rice, but it depends how tight it is. Anxiety could definitely cause it, but it wouldn't hurt to get it checked out at the doctors to ease your mind. Not eating for a week is not good.