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Can anyone with GERD relate?

So, for the last few months, at random times, I've been getting this horrendous choking feeling. Like I'm actually going to die.

I couldn't work it out at first as it happens so fast. But it happened again tonight while I was watching a film and happens when I try to swallow.

My tongue is so dry, then when I swallow saliva it gets stuck and I choke.

I've now convinced myself this is it and it's going to kill me.

I'm on 20g of Omeprazole a day.

I just kinda want some reassurance that this won't kill me 🙈 or will it? 😐

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Have you been in touch with your GP about this?

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Yep. New meds and Gastroscopy referral

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And presumably you’ve not heard when that will happen.

Having googled “dry throat due to omeprazole” it would seem it’s a known (if rare) side effect. That may be why your meds have been changed. Hopefully that will sort things out.

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No idea. She said it's a long waiting list due to Covid.

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It's just a really odd symptom to have. Almost like I my swallow gets stuck. Doesn't hurt or anything.

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May I reassure you that you are not going to die. A big glob of mucus can make you feel that way. First thing is you need a couple sips of water to loosen up your tongue. Next, for reassurance, close your mouth and breath deep through your nose. That proves to you that your airway is clear. Stuck mucus is scarey but as long as you can take breaths through you nose you are OK.

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Just to update...I was referred for a Gastroscopy but the symptoms have stopped!! Guess it was just another delightful symptom of stress/anxiety

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