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Posted 3/15/2014 4:36 PM (GMT 0)
It'll be a while before any doctor can see me, so I really need your help until then. My symptoms just keep changing constantly, mostly since stopping the Mirtazapine I was on just 2 weeks ago. I've never had what I currently have before, and to be frank it scares me to no end. Basically I feel like something is clogging up my throat. A glue-like texture of sorts, which makes me short of breath, prevents me from taking a deep breath and puts pressure on my head and chest.

What really gets to me is that my digestive symptoms have beek decreasing of late - less burning throat, butping, nausea - and I have less post-nasal drip causing less throat clearing. Unless I force myself tp clear my throat though, I can barely breath. The symptoms only fade a little when I sit down, and all but vanish when I'm asleep. Gaviscon Advance makes it worse - it gets stuck too! Almost no issues with swallowing by the way, and it worsens with excercise or being outdoors.

Sadly all my efforts to Google an answer say "LPR" which only scares me even more. I thought I'd have these kinds of problems when I had MORE mucus in my throat, so why are they only appearing now? Any help you can offer to calm me down would be greatly appreciated.
Posted 3/15/2014 6:00 PM (GMT 0)
Good Afternoon,

I am sorry to read of your continued issues and wondering if you have ever been tested for allergies?

We all secrete mucus that helps lubricate and protect the esophagus and airways from pollutants. If you have allergies, although not rated highly on the Skin Test, anxiety will cause the body to react to any problematic stimuli by fighting it off with the only way the body knows.

In your case, mucus secretion is what will stop the "predator" from harming you. It doesn't have to be stress. It can be a form of diet which one ingredient consumed everyday causes this reaction. It can also be a slight allergy that you can't escape from will also increase the  likelihood of excessive mucus.

A balanced diet, limit caffeine intake, and low sodium consumption helps relieve the symptoms. Drinking 8-10 glasses of water is not just a USRDA fact, it's the rules in this game. The more your body is hydrated the thinner the mucus will be. Caffeine dehydrates the body which causes thickening  of mucus. High sodium cause higher blood pressure. Consider  making changes in your  diet.

Once you get to the point you feel confident enough to comfortably exercise, the body's natural endorphins will help out by making the body feel good. 

You will win this battle. Your body might have control now, but once all those tests show that physically you are fine, then the only solution is mental. Don't let anyone say that you are crazy and all this is in your head because although it may sound like it, it still is physiological. It's just a physiological reaction, caused by a psychological stimulus. Resources:SteadyHealth       

 

I wish you peace,

Kitt

Posted 3/15/2014 9:18 PM (GMT 0)
Are you staying properly hydrated?

My soap boxes tend to include hydration and exercise, so your post got me thinking on that one. The importance of being thoroughly hydrated has benefits throughout your entire body. If you're dehydrated, your fluids, including mucous, can become thickened,...whether it's in your throat or the lining of your intestines.

I know it can feel frustrating, especially when it affects your swallowing as it is, but perhaps upping your (plain) water intake may help?

Random thoughts....





M.
Posted 3/16/2014 6:08 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you for the replies; I'm afraid things have gotten 10 times worse, and nothing helps. I have now acquired head/ear pressure and even more shortness of breath in my symptoms, and mucus really is going down my throat now. I cannot breath a deep breath, the mucus stops me before I can finish. I've tried steam inhalation, hot showers, hot drinks, extra water (although I already drink loads) vapour rubs, decongestants, antiacids, taking my mind off it. It continues to worsen. What should I do? I can't see a doctor for at least 3 weeks, the waiting lists here in the UK are ludicrous.

EDIT: No allergies history or new allergies. No asthma unless LP-freaking-R is causing it, and no symptoms of a cold or otherwise. I even tried having a laugh with some friends, and kept stopping to try and breath every so often. LPR or not, this is a nightmare. I want to be free of illness, not made worse..! This probably has nothing to do with stopping my Mirtazapine, right?

Post Edited (Daxter) : 3/16/2014 12:17:05 PM (GMT-6)

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