Choking/Gagging Sensation from Anxiety: Is it Real?

I’ve literally had moments where I thought I’ve gone into anaphylaxis but it’s just anxiety. I even went to an allergist and they couldnt find anything I’m allergic too, yet I get so choked up and even get a swollen face. Just because stuff comes from your brain doesn’t mean it doesn’t cause real effects on your body, so that in mind, I am hoping this helps you know that you’re not the only one

I understand what you're going through, and I'm sorry to hear that...It's been a year already that I developed fear of swallowing after I choked on a piece of sandwich, it is called Fagophobia. I started feeling my throat closing and a lump in there, a sticky thing down my throat, I did some exams but all came back normal. At the time when I choked, I was going through a lot of stress, anxiety and panic attacks, and since then I am scared to eat, my heart starts racing when I put food in my mouth, there was a time that I had to blend my food so I could drink it, and it would take me over an hour to do so. I don't know how to get rid of this disorder and I am really depressed because of it. I don't wish this to anyone 😢 I really hope we can get better one day 🙏🏼

I feel this too! It’s so uncomfortable. For me it feels like something is stuck in my throat and it happens so randomly. I also can’t stand throwing up and when I’m sick, my anxiety is at an all time high. Especially with a stomach bug. What helps me is to get my mind of it and focus on breathing through my nose. I know it’s so hard to get over but you are def not alone!

I usually only feel it during a panic attack, but when I do it makes the anxiety even worse! 😣

Yes you're definitely not alone on that 💗 stay strong. You're much stronger than you give yourself credit for ✌️