A condition in which there is an uncomfortable feeling of a “lump in the throat”. This lump is felt to interfere with swallowing and breathing, although there is no physical basis for the condition. In severe cases, hyperventilation and symptoms of a panic attack ensue. In most cases, the condition occurs most commonly in people who are anxious or depressed. Treatment is by reassurance, breath-control training, or psychotherapy.
Globus hystericus |
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