mance anxiety
"I have struggled with public speaking my whole life, but it all boils down to what I call "that thing my voice does."  When I have to speak in a large group, or even get put on the spot to tell a short anecdote with 5-6 people, I get this wave of physical anxiety and my throat feels like it closes.  Its like I have to swallow uncontrollably.. Recently a switch in primary care doctor resulted in a prescription for propranolol.  It is a miracle!  It just works.  I don't have palpitations, no crushing adrenaline rush, and my voice is calm and clear!! I would pay $1,000,000 for this  - no exaggeration.  I read an article where a cardiologist said he went to a physician conference and at least 20% of the Drs presenting used a beta blocker."