Glossal palpation of the eustachian tube cushion: an unusual cause of globus sensation

Motamed, M.; Murty, G.E.

International Journal of Clinical Practice 55(1): 68

2001


ISSN/ISBN: 1368-5031
PMID: 11219324
Document Number: 528623
Globus sensation, the sensation of a lump in the throat, is a common symptom which, in its chronic form, accounts for 4% of first-patient visits to ENT clinics. We describe a rare cause of globus sensation and stress the importance of thorough investigation to exclude any possible organic causes.

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