Anyone else have PA's from fear of choking? - Panic Disorders Message Board

kaylee · 09-10-2002, 11:46 AM

Just wondering if there's anyone else out there that feels like me or if I'm alone in this one?

Karima · 09-10-2002, 01:37 PM

Oh you will get lots of replies on this topic. It is a problem for many. Oddly while I do 'swallow the wrong way' alot and my throat seems to get spasms at other times, it doesn't throw me into a panic attack.
The spasms in the throat muscles do make me a little anxious but I find if I sit perfectly still, I will get through it.

However I am sure you will hear from many others who do have an all out attack when this happens.

andreaphilip3 · 09-10-2002, 02:26 PM

i dont feel choked, but i do feel like my breath has been taken away&then i scared which then triggers the attack.

kaylee · 09-10-2002, 02:40 PM

What I meant was, does anyone have a panic attack because they think they are choking and might die? Not so much how you feel while you're having one. Sorry, I still enjoy the replies though

andreaphilip3 · 09-10-2002, 04:27 PM

i think you misunderstood my reply.

what i mean by that is that i can start to lose my breath for no reason& that CAUSES me to have an attack.