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Globus Pharyngis

The globus pharyngeus is quite annoying while breathing or swallowing, but it does not interfere with them. It may also lead to significant health anxiety because people with this sensation often worry about choking. It often makes us feel the throat is partly blocked.

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Why do I always feel that something is stuck in my throat?

Query: Hello doctor, Why do I always need to keep tensing my throat as if something is stuck?  Read Full »

Dr. Surabhi Chopra

Dr. Surabhi Chopra

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. What you are describing is known as a globus sensation. This is defined as the persistent or intermittent sensation of a lump or foreign body in the throat for at least 12 weeks. The most common causes would be gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), abnormalities of th...  Read Full »

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