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Years ago, I tried Cymbalta for some neuropathy issues...one of the reasons I stopped was the odd feeling that the order of muscle contractions that made swallowing happened were difficult-an 'out of sequence' sensation. I was having breakfast with my daughter, a speech language pathologist, the first time it happened, so I described this to her and asked if it was even possible( or am I just weird?):) She confirmed that it was a possible thing, so I started researching Cymbalta and found this WAY down the list of side effects. Tried it again recently for joint pain, with similar throat sensations, extremely dry mouth, as if my salivary glands just stopped working, and bladder relaxation issues, as well. Stopped it again...throwing all this out there in case you have a medication that could be causing your problem, too! Best wishes in solving your mystery...I remember the scariness of wondering if swallowing was going to happen.
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Thank you Jill. I will look at the meds I take.
The only thing is, I had not started any new meds in the month since I’ve had the “flare” kick up and things have gotten worse.
Unless being on a med for a long time could cause it…
That definitely is the scariest experience next to shortness of breath…so, these automatic things are getting on my nerves! Lol. I’m trying to have a sense of humor while being in spasm now. My back and feet are a mess.
Today swallowing was ok. I was not tired and will make sure I eat early.
My neurologist told me I need my swallowing evaluated by a gastroenterologist. I thought that was a first. I always thought that was the ENT’s department. Hey thats new.
I called his office and of course - he is on leave and they don’t know for how long. It could run into the time of my appointment which is kind of out there.
So, I am not sure if I should wait and just go to him at my scheduled time or look for someone else?? (depending on if this gets more frequent). Roadblocks everywhere.
It will be okay. Thank you so much for your input.