Does anyone else feel panicky after eating for no obvious reason?

[Deb1966]

Sometimes when I eat I get a panic attack either during eating or immediately after. I am not worried about gaining weight - in fact I would like to gain weight. It just seems utterly illogical, although the more often it happens the more scared I get of eating in case the feeling comes back.

[rouri]

hello Deb, I used to feel anxious while i am eating, still from time to time, I do get sometimes panic attack after eating (this was due to me eating fast that my digestive system couldn't cope) sometimes I am anxious just because I can't breath properly and while eating it is more difficult, it depends how anxious you are before eating and while you are eating. nothing scary but sometimes I am trying to get deep breath from my mouth while eating but that get me shocked few times, so now i pay more attention. if you think about it now it is logical. believe me i have been through a lot and seen anxiety on far too many faces now.xx

[scribbler]

I used to get similar feelings, my throat would tighten up and i couldn't swallow. Nibbling and grazing throughout the day might help until you can manage a proper meal again, or just eat very slowly, it used to take me a good hour to finish my tea! Good luck x

[Deb1966 in reply to scribbler]

I've had this problem for many years. Sometimes it's worse. Other times it's better. It takes me ages to eat a meal. I'm much better when I'm on my own - then I distract myself by using the computer or reading a book which helps.