subject: An Answer To "how Can I Get Rid Of My Gag Reflex" [print this page] Choking can be prevented sometimes by the natural gag reflex. In some cases, an over-sensitivity may occur. The following information could be helpful the next time you ask, "how can i get rid of my gag reflex?"
The gag reflex occurs when the soft palate is touched in the back of the throat. This can be very annoying when it happens at inappropriate times.
Many times, there are ways to make the reflex less active. Some may require some practice in order to work, while others do not.
1. One easy trick for a lot of people is to just breathe through your nose. The effect can sometimes be enhanced with a nasal spray.
2. Numbing the back of the throat with a throat spray or toothache gel can sometimes be a solution.
3. Some people find gagging is more prominent earlier in the day. If possible, limit situations that might cause you to gag to a later time of day.
4. Tightening the stomach muscles can work for many people - it's worth practicing this at other times.
5. For others, relaxation is the key to helping. Try each method to see which is best in your case.
6. Table salt on the tongue, in a small amount, is a help for many.
7. Activities that are likely to make you gag, like a visit to the dentist, should be done as long as practical after a meal.
8. A very effective technique requires a little more time and practice to suppress the reflex. This is achieved by intentionally, but gradually, applying stimulation to the back of the tongue.
You can slowly rub the sensitive area with your finger or a soft toothbrush to do this. Begin by applying stimulation to a small area and increasing it a little each day.
You should see the results from doing all this within about a month or so.
These methods could be your answer to the question, "How can i get rid of my gag reflex?
