What is globus pharyngeus?

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What is globus pharyngeus?

Globus sensation, or globus pharyngeus, is a persistent sensation of a lump in the throat, where swallowing is normal. Some people describe it as a frog in the throat, others as a feeling of the throat being tightly constricted. It is not serious and it is a surprisingly common problem.

What is the other name for globus sensation?

Globus sensation is sometimes called globus pharyngeus (pharyngeus refers to the throat in medical terms). It used to be called globus hystericus as it was previously thought that globus sensation was due to a psychiatric condition.

What is Globus hystericus (Globus hystericus)?

What is Globus hystericus (Globus hystericus)?
In the past, globus was described as "globus hystericus" because of its frequent association with menopause or psychogenic factors. However, Malcomson [ 7] coined the more accurate term "globus pharyngeus" in 1968 after discovering that most patients experiencing globus did not have a hysterical personality.

How is Globus Globus diagnosed?

The diagnosis of globus is clinical and should be considered when a patient reports a history of a foreign body sensation in the throat.

What is Globus hystericus?

Often referred to as simply globus, it is sometimes misleadingly – and anachronistically – dubbed globus hystericus, which historically refers to a subjective sensation of a lump in the throat that has been ascribed to anxiety. This relates to the outdated notion that cases of globus with no identifiable cause were due to "hysteria".

How do you get rid of Globus in your throat?

How do you get rid of Globus in your throat?
ease the globus. Swallow, with or without a sip of water, when your throat feels uncomfortable. Yawn, with a good open mouth. This is a particularly helpful exercise and you should do this often. Exaggerated chewing movements: open your mouth at least two fingers wide between your front teeth.

What are the treatment options for Globus Globus?

CONCLUSION. Currently, careful history taking and nasolaryngoscopy are essential as a first step in managing globus. Given the benign nature of the condition, patients with typical globus do not appear to need further investigation; rather, a 3-mo treatment with high-dose PPIs seems to be a reliable treatment option.

 

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Globus pharyngeus, also known as globus sensation, is a common condition characterized by a persistent feeling of a lump or foreign body in the throat, despite normal swallowing function. This sensation can be described in various ways, such as feeling like a lump in the throat or as if the throat is constricted.

Historically, globus sensation was referred to as "globus hystericus" due to its association with psychogenic factors or menopause. However, the term "globus pharyngeus" is now more widely used as it accurately describes the sensation experienced by individuals without implying a direct link to hysteria or psychological issues.

Diagnosing globus pharyngeus is primarily based on the patient's reported symptoms, especially the sensation of a foreign body in the throat. Clinical evaluation, including a thorough medical history and possibly a nasolaryngoscopy, may be conducted to rule out other potential causes.

Management of globus pharyngeus typically involves reassurance and lifestyle modifications. Simple techniques like swallowing to alleviate discomfort, yawning with an open mouth, and performing exaggerated chewing movements can help ease the sensation. In some cases, a short-term treatment with high-dose proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may be considered if symptoms persist.

Overall, globus pharyngeus is generally a benign condition that does not typically require extensive investigations unless other concerning symptoms are present. A collaborative approach between patients and healthcare providers focusing on symptom management and reassurance often leads to effective outcomes.