This app is meant for patients who have been diagnosed as having Globus Pharyngeus by an Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist after appropriate history taking and examination. It is not meant for patients who have 'self-diagnosed' themselves with the condition.
This app is not a replacement for medical advice from your General Practitioner/Family Doctor. If you have throat symptoms such as a 'lump in the throat' or 'sense of irritation in the throat', then you should consult your GP/Family Doctor who may refer you to an Ear, Nose and Throat specialist.
The developers of the app take no responsibility for the inappropriate use of the app by failing to consult your doctor regarding your throat symptoms.
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What Is Globus Pharyngeus And General Advice
Controlling And Reducing Coughing And Throat Clearing
Exercises To Ease Muscular Tightness
Hydration is important, so increase your water intake by 2 to four glasses of water a day. When you are well hydrated your throat is more comfortable. Increased hydration also thins thick secretions, so can reduce that sense of ‘sticky phlegm’ that can make you clear your throat or make your throat feel dry.
Inhale steam several times a day for 1-2 minutes. Just breathe in the steam very gently via your mouth. This is not only hydrating, but also helps to soothe inrritation.
If the atmosphere around you is dry, ventilate or humidify the room if you can.
Avoid throat clearing and coughing if possible as chronic throat clearing can result in irritation and muscular tightness. Try to swallow instead.
What is Globus Pharyngeus?
Globus Pharyngeus is the term applied to the sensation of a lump or discomfort in the throat. This is a fairly common condition and represents about 4% of new referrals to an Ear, Nose and Throat specialist.
What is the Cause of Globus Pharyngeus?
The exact cause of Globus pharyngeus remains unknown. There are many theories as to why people develop this condition. Amongst the popular theories are acid reflux from the stomach, muscular tension of the throat and voice box (larynx), failure of the muscle at the top of the gullet (cricopharyngeus muscle) to relax and stress.
What Affects the Globus Symptoms?
The discomfort or irritation in the throat can be made worse by repeatedly clearing the throat or the constant action of swallowing. Stress and anxiety seem to make the problem worse. Discomfort may be temporarily relieved by eating or drinking.
Is Globus Pharyngeus Related to Throat Cancer?
Globus pharyngeus is not related to throat cancer. The doctor makes the diagnosis of Globus Pharyngeus only after he has discussed the symptoms, examined the throat, neck and the voice box of the patient and excluded more serious problems like cancer. The Doctor may also request additional investigations in some patients.
What is the Treatment of Globus Pharyngeus?
Reassurance by the doctor, avoidance of stress, repeated swallowing and throat clearing help with the symptoms. Your doctor may start you on medication to decrease the acid production from your stomach. The doctor may also refer you to a speech and language therapist to give you exercises to relax the muscle tension in the throat and larynx.
Prof. Hisham Khalil Consultant ENT Surgeon
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Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust (Prof Hisham Khalil's Research Fund)
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