I agree with another post here. Please be careful if you decide to take an anti-depressant. some of them can cause swallowing difficulty, you don't want to make your problem worse. Did you receive an upper GI endoscopy? I have difficulty swallowing also, due to barretts esophogus. They took me off serequel, because it is counter indicated for people with swallowing difficulty. I am sorry this has happened to you. I know how uncomfortable it is not to be able to swallow well. Tell your family the truth, maybe there will be some support for you, and some compassion. Allow them to help you through these difficult times. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. ginnie