We use the phrase ‘globus sensation’ when a person feels like they’ve developed a lump at the back of their throat, but doctors find no lump upon inspection.
Sometimes known as Globus Pharyngeus (Pharyngeus refers to the throat in medical terms). It was once believed that Globus feeling develops due to a mental illness; thus, it was once known as Globus hystericus.
Table of Contents
A) What is Globus Sensation?
B) Homeopathic Treatment for Globus Sensation
1. Ignatia
2. Asafoetida
3. Moschus
4. Valerian
C) Dietary Tips: What to Eat & Avoid
D) Natural Lifestyle Tips to Manage Globus
E) Causes of Globus Sensation
F) Meet the Doctors
Globus Sensation Treatment and Medicines – Homeopathic
The treatment for globus sensation might help you cope with this issue quite effectively. For specific cases, homeopathy should be chosen separately. The choice of the appropriate homeopathic remedy must take into account the Globus-type sensation, its etiology, and other symptoms.
Globus sensation in the throat can be treated homeopathically to improve recovery from the infection. Even the most stubborn and chronic cases of Globus sensation in the throat can be treated by using a carefully chosen homeopathic remedy.
The homeopathic medications listed below are frequently recommended for Globus. It is always recommended to see a doctor rather than attempting to self-medicate, though. Below are key medicines used in globus pharyngeus treatment through homeopathy.
1) Ignatia
This medication is recommended for highly nervous or easily upsetting females with Globus. Ignatia is characterized by a lump in the throat that makes swallowing difficult and a propensity to choke when food is consumed incorrectly. This makes Ignatia a reliable option in natural lump in throat treatment approaches.
Ignatia may be helpful to patients who have stitching pain in the throat when not swallowing, a better feeling after swallowing, a feeling that all the gas in the stomach has disappeared, and an aversion to common foods. Additionally, this medication for globus sensation is effective for Globus patients having follicular tonsillitis.
2) Asafoetida
For Globus symptoms linked to gastrointestinal disruption, asafoetida is recommended. This remedy is indicated by the sensation of a ball rising in the neck and the feeling that the stomach movements are being reversed.
Asafoetida is indicated by a significant buildup of gas in the stomach, difficulty bringing it up, forced eructations, sounds of gurgling, and rolling gas in the stomach that is later discharged as loud eructation.
3) Moschus
Patients who experience a sudden narrowing of the larynx and windpipe may benefit by taking Moschus. This homeopathic treatment is recommended for anxious women who frequently faint. Moschus is advised for individuals who have a high threshold for the cold, anxiety, chest discomfort associated with stomach issues, a tightening sensation in the chest, and the desire to breathe deeply.
4) Valerian
Valerian is recommended for women who are hysterical. Valerian is indicated by the feeling that a thread is hanging in the throat, hysterical spasms, a bloated stomach, and heartburn with eructation of rancid fluid.
Along with homeopathic treatment, making dietary changes can also help manage symptoms. Here’s a detailed guide on foods to eat and avoid with globus sensation that you may find helpful.
Besides homeopathic remedies, natural lifestyle changes can support globus sensation treatment at home. These include:
Practicing deep breathing or meditation
- Avoiding trigger foods that may cause acid reflux
- Drinking warm fluids
- Using steam inhalation
- Staying hydrated
These natural approaches complement globus hystericus treatment and reduce stress, which is often a contributing factor.
Causes Of Globus Sensation
It is unknown what causes Globus Sensation. Some medical professionals think it results from an issue with the coordination of the muscles used for swallowing. In normal, smooth swallowing, several muscles must contract and relax in the proper order.
When trying to swallow saliva, a person with a Globus feeling may find that some swallowing muscles do not relax completely and this causes the sensation of a lump in the throat. However, food activates the muscles in a different way when it is ingested, thereby leading to typical muscular relaxation.
According to some theories, acid reflux from the stomach into the esophagus may occasionally be a factor in the development of the Globus sensation. According to the notion, stomach acid has an impact on how easily the muscles around the throat may relax.
Stress and extreme fatigue both can cause globus sensations or exacerbate the symptoms in many individuals. The signs of globus sensation may also get worse if there is an excessive amount of mucus draining from the nose into the back of the throat (a condition known as a postnasal drip).
Written by Dr. Rajesh Shah, M.D. (Homeopathy)
Medically Reviewed by- Dr. Rupal Shah, M.D. (Homeopathy)
Updated on May 26, 2025
