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Asked for Female | 24 Years

Difficulty swallowing after stress: Causes and solutions

Patient's Query

I have difficulty in eating and drinking cuz whenever i eat, after a few bites I have difficulty in swallowing food like I feel tightness in chest and shortness of breath like I take deep breaths while eating and I fear while swallowing food as if it might block my trachea or I would choke. Last year, I gave my exams and during my exams I took too much stress and didnt eat anything (eating very little whole day or even just bites of food due to exam stress). After that, I encountered somehow same issue as I developed nausea which interfered with swallowing so I feared swallowing. This time, when I gave my exams, I am encountering the situation I told you. What can be this thing and what measures should I take?

Answered by Dr. Samrat Jankar

You might have Globus pharynge­us, a condition stress or anxiety triggers. It make­s swallowing hard, tightens chests, causes shortne­ss of breath, and scares you while e­ating. Eat slowly in calm places, and breathe de­eply. Relax through dee­p breathing exercise­s or meditation helps. Drinking lots of water with me­als aids swallowing. Consult a gastroenterologist if issue­s continue.

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I ' m 21 years old & I get a medicine ( Aciclovir dispersible tablet ) approx 1 week ...& I think due to this there are problem is arise . The problem is ....there was pain in stomach & weakness is also arise ....

Female | 21

You've got an upset stomach from that Aciclovir dispersible­ tablet you took. Tummy aches and weakne­ss can happen with that medicine. It might be­ irritating your belly. Try eating before­ taking it to avoid this issue. Drinking lots of water can also help soothe­ things. But, if the problem persists, de­finitely let your doctor know about it. 

Answered on 23rd July '24

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Which hospital is the best hospital for stomach or Gastroenterology?

AIG Hyderabad in India. Mayo clinic in US.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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im 16 years old and 2 years ago i had anorexia and i made myself vomit like forced myself to do so but it didn’t take long for my body to get used to vomiting and ever since then i couldn’t stop doing that…my stomach hurt a lot if i don’t vomit and i think my body doesn’t accept food anymore

Female | 16

Bulimia Nervosa may be the problem you are facing. Frequently vomiting may be the reason behind this. It can result in a stomach ache, throat irritation, and even tooth decay. Your body requires food to maintain good health. A physician can treat you by giving therapy and suggesting a proper diet. 

Answered on 20th Aug '24

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What causes pain in the left iliac side and having black faeces with pus

Female | 17

This could potentially indicate a serious condition that requires immediate medical attention. This can happen due to gastrointestinal bleeding, infection, or inflammation in the digestive tract. It's better not to delay and get the right treatment asap.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Constipation Left side pain

Female | 45

In many cases, the buildup of stool in the colon can lead to lower left abdominal pain caused by constipation. Constipation and left side pain can be prevented by increasing fiber intake, proper hydration, regular exercise. If the pain continues or if it is intense, one should seek help from a medical practitioner to clarify this further.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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I am a 51 year old female and I have been having diarrhea and squishy poops and sometimes the poops can’t come out so I have to use my finger to get them out, so I am wondering why I keep getting these symptoms?

Female | 51

Having diarrhea or soft poop could be due to many things such as infections or food sensitivities while difficulty passing stool could mean constipation. You need to eat more fiber, drink plenty of water, and also go for a medical check-up to know exactly what is wrong with you. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Couldn't eat anything coz of gastritis and I'm only taking avocado juice for almost a month. I feel fatigue and have headaches with dizziness.

Female | 29

Gastritis can make eating hard, and having avocado juice isn't giving your body all it needs. Symptoms like fatigue, headaches, and dizziness can happen when you lack essential nutrients. To feel better, try eating small, gentle meals. Foods such as oatmeal, bananas, or toast can be friendly to your stomach. Rest and stay hydrated as well.

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