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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Pseudodysphagia | |||
| synonyms = [[Phagophobia]], Fear of swallowing | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]], [[Gastroenterology]] | |||
| symptoms = Fear of swallowing, anxiety, panic attacks | |||
| complications = [[Malnutrition]], [[Dehydration]] | |||
| onset = Can occur at any age | |||
| duration = Variable, can be chronic | |||
| causes = [[Anxiety disorder]], [[Traumatic experience]] | |||
| risks = History of [[anxiety disorders]], [[Trauma]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]], [[Psychological evaluation]] | |||
| differential = [[Dysphagia]], [[Globus pharyngis]], [[Esophageal disorders]] | |||
| treatment = [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]], [[Exposure therapy]], [[Medication]] | |||
| medication = [[Antidepressants]], [[Anxiolytics]] | |||
| prognosis = Good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Pseudodysphagia''' is a medical condition characterized by a sensation of difficulty in swallowing. This condition is often psychological in nature, with patients experiencing a fear of swallowing rather than a physical obstruction or difficulty. | '''Pseudodysphagia''' is a medical condition characterized by a sensation of difficulty in swallowing. This condition is often psychological in nature, with patients experiencing a fear of swallowing rather than a physical obstruction or difficulty. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of pseudodysphagia is a perceived difficulty or discomfort in swallowing. This can manifest as a fear of choking or suffocating when attempting to swallow. It's important to note that these symptoms are not due to a physical obstruction or abnormality in the throat or esophagus. | The primary symptom of pseudodysphagia is a perceived difficulty or discomfort in swallowing. This can manifest as a fear of choking or suffocating when attempting to swallow. It's important to note that these symptoms are not due to a physical obstruction or abnormality in the throat or esophagus. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Pseudodysphagia is often linked to psychological factors. It can be triggered by a traumatic event related to swallowing, such as choking or gagging. Anxiety and stress can also contribute to the development of this condition. | Pseudodysphagia is often linked to psychological factors. It can be triggered by a traumatic event related to swallowing, such as choking or gagging. Anxiety and stress can also contribute to the development of this condition. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of pseudodysphagia involves ruling out physical causes of dysphagia. This can involve a variety of tests, including a barium swallow study, endoscopy, or manometry. If these tests do not reveal a physical cause for the symptoms, a diagnosis of pseudodysphagia may be considered. | Diagnosis of pseudodysphagia involves ruling out physical causes of dysphagia. This can involve a variety of tests, including a barium swallow study, endoscopy, or manometry. If these tests do not reveal a physical cause for the symptoms, a diagnosis of pseudodysphagia may be considered. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for pseudodysphagia often involves psychological therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be particularly effective in helping patients manage their fear of swallowing. In some cases, medication may be prescribed to help manage associated anxiety. | Treatment for pseudodysphagia often involves psychological therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be particularly effective in helping patients manage their fear of swallowing. In some cases, medication may be prescribed to help manage associated anxiety. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Dysphagia]] | * [[Dysphagia]] | ||
* [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] | * [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] | ||
* [[Anxiety]] | * [[Anxiety]] | ||
[[Category:Medical Conditions]] | [[Category:Medical Conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Psychological Disorders]] | [[Category:Psychological Disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Gastroenterology]] | [[Category:Gastroenterology]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:28, 4 April 2025
| Pseudodysphagia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Phagophobia, Fear of swallowing |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Fear of swallowing, anxiety, panic attacks |
| Complications | Malnutrition, Dehydration |
| Onset | Can occur at any age |
| Duration | Variable, can be chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Anxiety disorder, Traumatic experience |
| Risks | History of anxiety disorders, Trauma |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, Psychological evaluation |
| Differential diagnosis | Dysphagia, Globus pharyngis, Esophageal disorders |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Cognitive behavioral therapy, Exposure therapy, Medication |
| Medication | Antidepressants, Anxiolytics |
| Prognosis | Good with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Pseudodysphagia is a medical condition characterized by a sensation of difficulty in swallowing. This condition is often psychological in nature, with patients experiencing a fear of swallowing rather than a physical obstruction or difficulty.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of pseudodysphagia is a perceived difficulty or discomfort in swallowing. This can manifest as a fear of choking or suffocating when attempting to swallow. It's important to note that these symptoms are not due to a physical obstruction or abnormality in the throat or esophagus.
Causes[edit]
Pseudodysphagia is often linked to psychological factors. It can be triggered by a traumatic event related to swallowing, such as choking or gagging. Anxiety and stress can also contribute to the development of this condition.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of pseudodysphagia involves ruling out physical causes of dysphagia. This can involve a variety of tests, including a barium swallow study, endoscopy, or manometry. If these tests do not reveal a physical cause for the symptoms, a diagnosis of pseudodysphagia may be considered.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for pseudodysphagia often involves psychological therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be particularly effective in helping patients manage their fear of swallowing. In some cases, medication may be prescribed to help manage associated anxiety.
