One situation that has come up over and over on the forum is a parent seeking help with a very young child who develops a sudden and extreme phobia of swallowing or choking. The situation usually occurs very rapidly, and often follows a genuine choking episode or a sore throat. It is very common for the parents to consult the family physician and be told not to make an issue of it, but it is very important that parents pursue expert specialized care as soon as possible; young children are at high risk of rapid medical decline from lack of nourishment and liquids.
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