Laryngospasms, lets talk complications in the PACU!

Today we will review laryngospasms, causes, complications, types, obstructive versus unobstructive and management of both types in the PACU. This video also discuss the Larson maneuver, racemic epinephrine, and positive pressure ventilation management.
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  • @sharonsomers
    @sharonsomers Жыл бұрын

    I've had those spasms my whole life and they are horrific. Thank God I found that video last year that showed that Larson maneuver and it made all the difference in the world. I often wake up having such spasms and I try to remain calm, sit up, press behind the ears and hold my breath for 5 seconds and it stops it, but it's terrifying. I only wish I knew that technique decades ago. It's made all the difference in the world.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Sharon, I'm sorry to hear about your struggle with laryngospasm, but am thankful that the Larson Maneuver is effective for you. You may want to be seen by and ENT to evaluate why you have recurrent spasms. Best of Luck to you! Cathy

  • @Frosty__GT11

    @Frosty__GT11

    Жыл бұрын

    I am in the same boat as you were. I wake up fully chocking and gasping for air - I wake up the whole house with my sound. It is terrifying to me and everyone who hears the noise.

  • @sicoDelia

    @sicoDelia

    Жыл бұрын

    When u say its and emergency, u mean it can be mortal? That's what we feel in the moment but apparently iy isn't?

  • @sharonsomers

    @sharonsomers

    Жыл бұрын

    @@sicoDelia An ENT is an ear, nose and throat specialist. You do feel like you might die for lack of getting air. You can breath out, but not in, it's terrifying. This technique has ended the terror since I learned it. I still wake up at time with acid washing up in my throat occasionally, but I just quickly sit up and press that spot behind my ears and hold my breath. It stops.

  • @bunnybubs757

    @bunnybubs757

    Жыл бұрын

    @@sicoDelia exactly ! Is it deadly or not ? So confusing ! Its terrifying but eventually it stops and you live ? Wth 🤦‍♀️😂🙄 Not talking about ER, hospital setting … we want ti know about when it happens at home

  • @virginiatrailcameravideos
    @virginiatrailcameravideos10 ай бұрын

    I just had my first instance of this about a month ago as an older adult. Woke up from a dead sleep with no idea what was going on. I thought I was dying. Took about 90 seconds and I was terrified.

  • @ninadean8716
    @ninadean87162 күн бұрын

    Thank you! Just moving into PACU and trying to learn all I can.

  • @theguvnor5964
    @theguvnor59646 ай бұрын

    Im 72 I've had a total of 5 of these throughout my life over the last 5 years...I always get them after being in a deep sleep,wake up suddenly and start fighting for air,gasping for breath and fighting for my life...they leave me with a pounding fast heart rate and usually feel quite emotional after them.Ive read that losing weight helps a lot and sleeping with lots of pillows will help,Im going to practice the Larsons maneuver.Good Luck.

  • @astrid8224
    @astrid82242 жыл бұрын

    I'm crying just watching this video now I know what I have is something... ppl would not believe me had since I was little been getting a little worse lastima a couple second longer now I'm 24 thanks so much !!!!

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Astrid, make sure you inform the anesthesia and pre-surgery team of this complication you have experienced for any subsequent surgeries. If its a chronic you may want to be seen by a good ENT in your region.

  • @rrussell9731

    @rrussell9731

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm 61 and I get laryngospasm all the time. Yes, it is terrifying. The inability to inhale and the sound is unreal. I've reconciled to the likelihood that I will die from this.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@rrussell9731 You should seek professional consultation from an ENT. Don’t reconcile it is something that you should seek professional guidance on. Prayers to you R.

  • @sicoDelia

    @sicoDelia

    Жыл бұрын

    And what about fonoaudilogist, I heard they help training how to handle this. Ents and gastro don't believe me, im sick of doctors with no empathy and treat u like just like a nervous person

  • @cindylefebvre
    @cindylefebvreАй бұрын

    Thank you for this. I just started getting this after having Covid.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Ай бұрын

    You're welcome, sorry you're experiencing this after covid. You may want to see an ENT if it is chronic in nature.

  • @cindylefebvre

    @cindylefebvre

    Ай бұрын

    @@pacunursingminutes Yes! My GP referred me to one this week after I ended up in ER this weekend with nightly SOB. Thank you!

  • @akashajoti6456
    @akashajoti64562 жыл бұрын

    I am an Adult and I have had several severe Obstructive Laryngospasms, which were caused by the fumes of peppers, which needed several epi pens and 911. This video has given me some talking points to help me communicate with my Dr. Thank You So Much!!

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Your welcome! Glad to shed some light on this issue! Wish you all the best!

  • @rrussell9731

    @rrussell9731

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm 61 and have had laryngospasmfor about 10 to 15 years. My attacks are random but I'm pretty sure they are related to anxiety in some way. I'll usually get one or two a week, but sometimes I can go a month without having one. To say laryngospasm is frightening is the biggest understatement of all time. Why? Because you are aware that something has locked up your airway but there's nothing you can do about it. Most of mine slowly ease up after about 45 seconds and by about 3 minutes I'm breathing okay.

  • @alanleech37
    @alanleech373 ай бұрын

    Thank you for doing the sounds. So helpful.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    3 ай бұрын

    You’re welcome 😊

  • @Leoviliti1
    @Leoviliti13 жыл бұрын

    Been here five times ..from my childhood into adulthood but only when needing operations or procedures after waking up from general anaesthesia ..I have anxiety because of this and will opt local anaesthesia from now on. . I couldn't even make that sound . No air came in or out. I was panic stricken my eyes in tears...but I just sunk into blackness ..no point in even trying to breathe or struggle, I was at an acceptance of death being imminent.. I could only hope of fast speed oxygen pressure So yeah I relied fully on medical staff . But it's so stressful I still have nightmares..

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Corrienne, Thank You for sharing such a personal experience. The trauma of laryngospasms is profound, thankfully your complete obstruction was managed expediently with positive pressure ventilation. My heart goes out to you! It is stressful and scary that is why I created this educational video, to prepare teams to handle these difficult situations. Peace to you!

  • @melissabrill8367

    @melissabrill8367

    Жыл бұрын

    I had this during extubation felt I was going to die was given more propfol, sux and lma was re placed I have to get endoscopy soon and maybe a surgery and i think I'll die 😭

  • @RNScrub
    @RNScrub Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for spreading the knowledge! Great channel.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank You RN Scrub- you must be an OR RN! 🤣 Thanks for all that you Do!

  • @RNScrub

    @RNScrub

    Жыл бұрын

    @@pacunursingminutes lol. Close enough. ICU.

  • @jenniferrandle4593
    @jenniferrandle4593 Жыл бұрын

    I start having laryngeal spasms 5 years ago, after spinal fusion surgery and I agree it is scary, especially the first time. Over the years the have minimized in occurrence. My ENT has been so helpful. Wish I had of knew of this site years ago. Knowing about this technique now, hope it will bring more ease.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    You're Welcome Jennifer!

  • @bellabella3518
    @bellabella3518 Жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad I found this channel. I plan on taking my certification. I need a review course though.

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    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

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    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

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  • @meem527
    @meem5272 жыл бұрын

    As an adult I have these spasms as do some family members. It’s terrifying! Panic sets in immediately. I can’t even think straight when it comes on. Usually it’s sudden and seemingly out of nowhere

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Marilyn, sorry to hear you suffer from laryngospasms, You may benefit from seeing an ENT, Ear Nose Throat Doctor who might be able to shed some light on your situation. Hugs to you!

  • @mcriquet

    @mcriquet

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are describing what I have been experiencing for the past five years and have no idea what it is. I only know that it happens when I least suspect it. Maybe I cough to clear my throat and then there is no in breath. I simply can’t breathe. each time I am terrified and I feel like I’m going to die. and to the extent I can calm myself down then I eventually can breathe. it’s like my throat has just closed up and I’m taking an in breath through a teeny tiny hole. The only thing I know that precipitated this was an esophageal dilation. These episodes started soon after that. Understandingly I don’t want to go to the doctor for more intervention as I saw this ENT doctor because I had difficulty swallowing pills. it’s also noteworthy that I suffer from Gerd, silent reflux, LPR. Any advice from anyone would be greatly appreciated.

  • @anitam3151

    @anitam3151

    2 жыл бұрын

    just saw your comment but my friend has the same thing and she was put on some meds by one of our ENT docs last year and she is having less episodes now . good luck

  • @akashajoti6456

    @akashajoti6456

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@mcriquet Gerd definitely makes laryngospasms more likely as the acid can cause inflammation of the vocal cords and make them spasm much more easily. I have the same issue and when the Dr prescribed a Carafate, and super soothing medication for the GI tract, I finally started getting relief. As you know these episodes are terrifying and potentially dangerous. I found that trying to breathe slow and with my abdomen helps through the worst of it, when there is only a teeny tiny opening. I have this in response to any type of pepper being around me (esp on a pizza ) and have been to the ER many times. Breathing treatments help to relieve it. Sending you soo much love as this is a very difficult situation to deal with!!

  • @rrussell9731

    @rrussell9731

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same here. I'm pretty sure mine are related in some way to anxiety, but they are so random it's hard to pinpoint the cause. They are ABSOLUTELY TERRIFYING.

  • @LushQueenPersonal
    @LushQueenPersonal11 ай бұрын

    I just need to say this, because it was terrifying. I get these from acid reflux. Normally, I can coach myself to be calm, and I can get through it. I've gotten accustomed to them, and they didn't really scare me anymore. Recently, it was paired with excessive phlegm in my throat at the time, so it was like 2 factors in one incident, and the closure went from bad to complete. I started to lose consciousness because it went on for so long. I wasn't just scared I was going to die - I actually almost did. It cleared spontaneously after over a minute. I was given a second chance and I'm not sure why, but I'm changing my diet to target the acid reflux. Hearing repeatedly in this video that this is an emergency issue really validates how I felt. When I read about it online, I keep reading that people don't die from it. From my own experience, I beg to differ. But in my instance, I doubt it would even be identified as cause of death, because the vocal cords would have relaxed by then. I imagine it would just look like choking on vomit / stomach acid, when really, it was a spasm.

  • @SoulHavenPottery-gt2gf

    @SoulHavenPottery-gt2gf

    Ай бұрын

    You might get yourself checked for a Hiatal Hernia. Acid reflux is severe sometimes when you have this. I had one fixed and have not had any issues with acid at all...hope you find some answers...that would be terrifying!

  • @LushQueenPersonal

    @LushQueenPersonal

    Ай бұрын

    @@SoulHavenPottery-gt2gf thank you so much! I've never heard of this, and I do resonate with one of the possible causes. I'll look into it!

  • @SoulHavenPottery-gt2gf

    @SoulHavenPottery-gt2gf

    Ай бұрын

    @@LushQueenPersonal so weird you responded at this moment because I’m studying for a certification exam and just reading about a surgery for severe GERD that they do when nothing else has worked it’s called Nissen Fundoplication surgery. GERD is so bad for your esophagus, can cause erosion after awhile so I hope you get this treated somehow and don’t have to suffer with it

  • @LushQueenPersonal

    @LushQueenPersonal

    Ай бұрын

    @@SoulHavenPottery-gt2gf thank you, and good luck on your exam!!

  • @KeyisKey_
    @KeyisKey_2 жыл бұрын

    I’m on my last month of orientation on the PACU and just experienced this with a teenage patient. I’ll never forget the sound now.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes! Leaves a mark. Welcome to the PACU, I wish you the best in your career caring for patients. Glad your here learning more!

  • @KeyisKey_

    @KeyisKey_

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@pacunursingminutes thank you for being a resource.PACU is really a hidden gem that covers so much.

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    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

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  • @rrussell9731

    @rrussell9731

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's even scarier when the sound is coming from your own body. Terrifying doesn't even begin to describe the feeling. Its basically impending death. Fortunately mine mostly clear up in a minute or two and my normal breathing returns.

  • @KeyisKey_

    @KeyisKey_

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@rrussell9731 I would be mortified. I am glad yours cleared up. That is scary.

  • @teslaandhumanity7383
    @teslaandhumanity7383 Жыл бұрын

    I use to get this , strangled by a ghost , doc said don’t worry when you pass out and faint the spasm stops and you can breathe again . You can’t call for help , you drop to your knees . Turns out it FND symptom . Functional neurological disorder.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    HI Tesla Thank You for watching! I hope you never have to experience this again. Thanks for sharing FND symptom I had not heard of this!

  • @juanitakoth8188
    @juanitakoth81882 жыл бұрын

    Well done

  • @thegaminggetaway4134
    @thegaminggetaway4134 Жыл бұрын

    I have had this problem for years and I hate it so much. I wish this can be surgically fixed. I am constantly trying to keep my airway open when I eat or sleep or just randomly out of nowhere my VCD will happen. I hate having to concentrate to just breathe. It happens to me way to often now. All my Drs ent thought it's something else. I take ppi's and ant acids I also stopped eating gluten which helped alot but still randomly get this happening to me. I feel that these Drs that I went to don't know crap. I want a Dr. that can actually help me get rid of this.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    My Heart goes out to you- keep seeking to find a good ENT provider to help you.

  • @LearningGrace
    @LearningGrace Жыл бұрын

    I have to check if you did one of these for adults. I have had attacks from drinking water to mucus after a tiny cough and even many own spit while sleeping. One lasted about ten minutes and was the most terrifying day of my life. My limbs went numb and I started to see white. I had an acoustic neuroma removed years ago. Could that have anything to do with this? I was told I have ‘silent GERD’ but the medications sent my LUPUS into overdrive. So, I changed my diet and that helps. Still, I am fearful of dental work being done, getting sick. One time at the emergency room years ago, they had just done a CT for kidney stones, and I had started to vomit and choked on it! Had a nurse not seen me choking, I wouldn’t be alive today. She had to do the Hymnic maneuver. Saved my life. Just wondering what else is out there on this. I feel like I have a ticking time-bomb and at any moment it would be my last.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    4 ай бұрын

    Hi Grace, My heart goes out to you and this terrible health challenge. Thanks for sharing your story. Nurse Cathy

  • @Mike45-47Q
    @Mike45-47Q2 жыл бұрын

    I get these, maybe 10 times a year. The scariest thing in the world. You think you are going to die. It happens in the snap of a finger. Usually when I first consume something sweet. Or, in the middle of the night. Yikes.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Mike, with that kind of frequency you may benefit from seeing an ENT, Ear, Nose and Throat Doctor for evaluation.

  • @Mike45-47Q

    @Mike45-47Q

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@pacunursingminutes How can you treat something that happens so little.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Mike45-47Q You may have an underlying cause that you are unaware of.

  • @Mike45-47Q

    @Mike45-47Q

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@pacunursingminutes I do have a tonsil on one side larger than the other. Been like that as long as I can remember. Maybe...🤷

  • @A.Kimmie888
    @A.Kimmie8885 күн бұрын

    Mine is caused by injury- chiropractor injured me & severe aerophagia & other injuries

  • @ncbluegrassevents1984
    @ncbluegrassevents19843 жыл бұрын

    Isn’t there a nerve on the side of the face - it was written about in the anesthesia journal in the 80’s - that can stop the spasm immediately. I suck like a straw with my lips while awake.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    3 жыл бұрын

    The vagus nerve innervates the glossopharyngeal nerve, this is the ninth cranial nerve, this may be the nerve your referring to? The Vagus also reaches to the pharynx, larynx esophagus, bronchi, lungs, heart, stomach, small intestines, liver, pancreas and kidneys! Busy nerve!!!!

  • @janearc5788
    @janearc57883 жыл бұрын

    Hi Cathy. I love all your videos and very informative. I am preparing for my PACU interview next few days. Any recommendation in terms of what I need to prepare/ learn?

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jane, I wish you all the best with your interview. Emphasize teamwork, this is vital in the PACU and remember airway management is always number one! I’m sure you will do well, continue studying, find a few preceptors who will take you under their wing and mentor you. I hope this chapter in your career opens up and it brings many rewards!

  • @manymusings
    @manymusings Жыл бұрын

    What if it closes completely? When this happens to me, there is zero air movement in or out to even make a sound.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    HI Marleen, Then you have a complete obstruction which is a medical emergency (911), rescue maneuvers such as PPV, Positive Pressure Ventilation with an AMBU bag to PUSH OPEN the Vocal Cords or an Emergent Intubation with medications to relax the vocal cords or an emergent tracheotomy.

  • @bgrose78
    @bgrose78 Жыл бұрын

    I have heard, that if you can't breathe, you can faint and once you faint, all muscles relax immediately - leading to the spasm to go away. Can somebody confirm? I have been having this also from childhood until well, just half an hour ago. It's always the worst! (just got over a covid, still coughing, obviously thats irritating the larynx..?!) Anyway, I found a lot of info online after so man years and the pressure point seems to help, also I read once, a person was saying cold air, like sticking your head into the freezer, helps also relax muscle. Taking magnesium helps... and I have head it overnight, and afterwards there seems to remain a small pain on the spot. Usually with me it's on my rather right side of the throat.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Bgrose78, Sorry you battle laryngospasm, I would recommend you find an ENT you like and get evaluated, it should not be a chronic problem. Yes once you relax the vocal cords it will open, anesthesia administers medications to reverse the closure. All the Best to you! Cathy

  • @debajitmishra1721

    @debajitmishra1721

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@pacunursingminutesis there a permanent solution for laryngospasms

  • @melissabrill8367
    @melissabrill8367 Жыл бұрын

    I had this during extubation felt I was going to die was given more propfol, sux and lma was re placed I have to get endoscopy soon and maybe a surgery and i think I'll die 😭

  • @dianeeasey6711
    @dianeeasey671110 ай бұрын

    I have Laryngospasm, It's my right larynx that is paralyzed. I'm from Cape Town South Africa

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks for your comment. How did your Right larynx become paralyzed, if you don't mind sharing your story?

  • @sicoDelia
    @sicoDelia Жыл бұрын

    I can't find your video of the maneuver, tipping the link doesn't work

  • @DarrenWigfield

    @DarrenWigfield

    Жыл бұрын

    Search for "laryngospasm larson maneuver" there are several videos demonstrating it. Not sure which one this video was referencing.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    Check this simple video from NEJM, kzread.info/dash/bejne/q2mu2qyFYci7eLw.html

  • @andreahickman
    @andreahickman Жыл бұрын

    I had this once after surgery so I’m told by the anesthesiologist. They told me it was touch and go. 😮

  • @melissabrill8367

    @melissabrill8367

    Жыл бұрын

    I had this during extubation felt I was going to die was given more propfol sux and lma was re placed I have to get endoscopy soon and maybe a surgery and i think I'll die 😭

  • @andreahickman

    @andreahickman

    Жыл бұрын

    @@melissabrill8367 oh wowww! I feel you that’s scary. I would be terrified too. I wish you good luck with your procedures. 🥺🤗

  • @melissabrill8367

    @melissabrill8367

    Жыл бұрын

    @@andreahickman you had a similar experience? It is very scary but I think they are more common than we think

  • @melissabrill8367

    @melissabrill8367

    Жыл бұрын

    @andreahickman 87 people per 1000 have one during surgery I just read.

  • @andreahickman

    @andreahickman

    Жыл бұрын

    @@melissabrill8367 Well I was told that when they was taking the tube out I had a laryngospasm. I was told by the anesthesiologist that I had a laryngospasm and it was touch and go. I don’t remember it nor what happened so I don’t know what they did to fix it. The anesthesiologist said I have to inform anesthesia staff if I have any surgeries. This happened in the 97.

  • @faithtauiliili1505
    @faithtauiliili1505 Жыл бұрын

    If my patient has his/her LMA tube insitu postop going to PACU for monitoring and recovery and started having laryngospasm, do i have to remove the LMA and start ventilating using ambu bag with100%O2 or keep the LMA insitu and bag from there via LMA??

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Faith! Excellent Question! I honestly have never had it happen with an LMA only after removal of OA's upon awakening in pediatrics. I have asked a few anesthesia providers for their feedback and you should ask those whom you work with. The current algorithm for management is to identify laryngospasm, remove stimulus(secretions), open airway (jaw thrust, chin lift, neck extension and /or OA), 100% Fio2 via PPV, Larson Maneuver and evaluate if partial or complete obstruction of airflow. The PPV can be provided via Mask, Supraglottic airway (LMA/igel) or ETT . Great Question!

  • @melissabrill8367

    @melissabrill8367

    Жыл бұрын

    I had this during extubation felt I was going to die was given more propfol, sux and lma was re placed I have to get endoscopy soon and maybe a surgery and i think I'll die 😭

  • @JokeSoyombo
    @JokeSoyombo2 жыл бұрын

    I did a chest X-ray but they said nothing is there. But I keep making this weird, loud and embarrassing noise when air forcefully comes out from my chest and it’s as if my throat is suddenly close when I want to exhale and this gives me a very sharp pain on my chest. I’m not really sure where. But it gives me this sharp pain on my chest when it happens and I do that like 20times a day🥺 the dr.s keep saying nothing is wrong with my chest. What can I do🙏 My friends had to call 911 few days ago. The nurse even said I’m faking it.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Joke, you should see an ENT/pulmonary specialist to help identify your problem. All the best to you!

  • @JokeSoyombo

    @JokeSoyombo

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@pacunursingminutes thank you

  • @Cece_mo
    @Cece_mo2 жыл бұрын

    I had one yesterday after water went down the wrong pipe. I couldn't breathe for minutes and it felt like I was suffocating. Is it normal to have this after drinks or food going down the wrong pipe?

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Cierra, you triggered a spasm from the fluids irritating your larynx is my guess. Glad your ok! Yes, fluid and blood or food can trigger vocal cord irritation and partial and complete closure of the cords.

  • @lolitargentina

    @lolitargentina

    Жыл бұрын

    @@pacunursingminutes or i think Is panic that clóse More

  • @mohibhad8542

    @mohibhad8542

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes it happens because of this to me. Food or water or reflux fluid entering the wrong pipe triggers it.

  • @suzanberaza1120

    @suzanberaza1120

    Жыл бұрын

    For 25 years I've had frequent "liquids going down the wrong pipe" yes, it causes a reaction where the throat closes.. I'm assuming the brain is attempting to prevent more liquid from going down... BUT this is different! Today, at 62 years old I had my first ever 'throat closure'... but I was not drinking or eating or exercising or talking!!!! Just sitting on a chair and BOOM.. couldn't breath for 30 seconds...

  • @janetDT1904
    @janetDT1904 Жыл бұрын

    I had my 1st spasm this week. I honestly thought I was going to die. Terrifying!!!

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Janet, That is terrifying, I'm glad your OK! IF it continues you should seek advice from a good ENT!

  • @suzanberaza1120

    @suzanberaza1120

    Жыл бұрын

    My first was today! 62 years old, "Healthy as a horse." then boom! Just sitting in my truck, not driving, not drinking or eating..just sitting.

  • @janetDT1904

    @janetDT1904

    Жыл бұрын

    @@pacunursingminutes thank you! Will do.

  • @janetDT1904

    @janetDT1904

    Жыл бұрын

    @suzanberaza1120 oh Susan, my heart goes out to you. It's truly terrifying. I hope you're ok xx

  • @suzanberaza1120

    @suzanberaza1120

    Жыл бұрын

    @@janetDT1904 Hi Janet, it's actually my husband.. He was logged in to my account and looking for answers.. so it showed up as me. But yes it was HORRIBLE.. but now at least we know that... normally, it is the brains self protect mechanism and that it SHOULD be ok.. from staying calm, breathing slowly, etc.

  • @lindamist7051
    @lindamist70514 ай бұрын

    I have had three laryngospasms and I was terrified as I thought I was going to die. Could vomiting bring on an attack as it feels like acid in the throat doesnt help. If you were vomiting and it happened you would surely choke on vomit as it couldnt come up? This terrifies me.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    4 ай бұрын

    Linda, it would be wise to be evaluated by an ENT if this is a frequent occurrence for you. Secretions can and do trigger laryngospasm. You may need to be evaluated for any anatomical abnormality.

  • @Enochthehammer
    @Enochthehammer2 жыл бұрын

    A routine thing if I have an upper respiratory infection. Not pleasant.

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Michael, Thank You for the comment! It may be of benefit to see an ENT Dr to help identify why this is a recurrence for you with URI. All the best to you!

  • @Enochthehammer

    @Enochthehammer

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@pacunursingminutes thank you for the good advice. I’ve always just accepted it. Time to seek some care.

  • @ruthcheltayros7399
    @ruthcheltayros73992 жыл бұрын

    hi can i ask that laryngospasm can make u die?because i have gerd and choking and cant breath plus make me panic...so can i go to clinic rn?

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Ruthchel, Thank you for your comment, laryngospasms are scary and can be life threatening. I recommend you get a physician expert to evaluate your situation. Ideally an ENT, Ear, Nose and Throat Doctor should be able to identify why your having difficulty with your GERD. I wish you the best!

  • @monebone6326

    @monebone6326

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@pacunursingminutes Why are you telling people that this can be life threatening?

  • @akashajoti6456

    @akashajoti6456

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@monebone6326 because it can…

  • @monebone6326

    @monebone6326

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@akashajoti6456 Oh and that's why all my doctors are telling me it's not.

  • @mohibhad8542

    @mohibhad8542

    Жыл бұрын

    As to my knowledge No. It will not kill you although it is very scary

  • @dianeeasey6711
    @dianeeasey67118 ай бұрын

    Im 71 and I have Laryngospasm, one side of my voice box is paralysed. DO NOT BEND YOUR NECK

  • @dianeeasey6711
    @dianeeasey67118 ай бұрын

    One side of my voice box is paralyzed

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks for your comment. I'm sorry you have this health challenge. Hugs to YOU!

  • @dianeeasey6711
    @dianeeasey67114 ай бұрын

    Do not bend your neck forward when eating especially, that can start laryngospasm

  • @TheDENTAGE
    @TheDENTAGE Жыл бұрын

    I start awake, feel like i take half a breath then go into full panic trying to breath. Sometimes i urinate thinking im going to pass out. I am constantly scared of it happening. I have learned to calm myself down and get over it but its THE WORST!!!

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Dentage, you may want to seek out a good ENT to help you!

  • @TheDENTAGE

    @TheDENTAGE

    Жыл бұрын

    @@pacunursingminutes All good, giving up smoking has pretty well stopped it, happy days!!

  • @pacunursingminutes

    @pacunursingminutes

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TheDENTAGE Good For YOU!!!!!!!!! That Is HARD! CONGRATULATIONS!