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Medical Conditions - Gag Reflex

The gag reflex is a physiological response of the body to prevent choking. Whenever a thing like dentures, tongue cleaner, toothbrush, etc., touches the back of the roof of the mouth or tongue, near the tonsil region, and between the backmost area of the lower last tooth and tongue, there is a contraction of the pharynx as a response to prevent the swallow of foreign objects. It can also be psychogenic. Some are less sensitive, while some experience extreme gagging sensation even with a slight trigger of the regions described above or just by the thought of something unpleasant.

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How can I relieve GERD symptoms that do not go away?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You seem to be having gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). I suggest you take a combination of Pantoprazole and Domperidone for reflux.

What could cause painless bumps at the back of the tongue?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. Please attach a clear picture of those lesions to help me understand the problem.

How do I get rid of my gag reflex?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Gagging is very common. Do not be scared or tense, as it can be controlled. Sit straight with a straight neck and breathe through the nose only.

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Dr. Purva Jingar

Dr. Purva Jingar

Can a swollen tonsil cause gagging?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have a throat infection. It is tonsillitis with granular pharyngitis.

My son vomits or gags at the sight or thought of food.I need to know what is going on. Please help.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Vomiting at the sight of food is psychological, but I would like to know to which kind of foods does he do that like is it for milk products, etc.

I feel something is there in throat after having food. Why?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1) Generally, small pieces of food stuck in the throat will dissolve on their own by being exposed to saliva from mouth.

How to manage gagging cough and reflux after food?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the complaints, it seems to be some nasal pathology causing a post nasal drip and repeated throat clearing.

My baby is gassy and fussy all the time. Kindly help me.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I think, you just have to make sure proper time duration, and frequency of feeding.

What has been used in the vaporizer that helps in cleaning the deposits from lungs?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.

What are the causes of nose and throat irritation along with choking during cough?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your case history and attached pictures (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) you have forwarded.

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