The Silent Symptoms Of Anxiety & Anxiety Attacks

The Throat Closes Up

Anxiety or anxiety disorders can bring about strange sensations, such as the throat closing up. Many individuals with panic disorder experience this sensation during panic attacks. It may feel like their throat is constricting or there’s a lump in their throat. Other descriptions of the sensation when the throat closes up include tightness of throat muscles, throat pressure, or a blockage of the airway. It may feel like they have to swallow every so often to clear their throat. Patients should rule out medical issues by visiting a doctor because there are many medical causes for this sensation. Being anxious can cause a tight throat feeling because this state of mind activates the body's stress response. It’s a normal reaction to feeling anxious because the body perceives this as a threat. The muscles will tighten during these situations to prepare it for fighting or fleeing. This occurs to a certain degree in many anxious or stressful situations.

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