Globus Pharyngis Treatment With Herbal Remedies

ABSTRACT

Globus Pharyngis is a non-painful sensation of a lump or a foreign body in the throat. It is a clinical condition that is long-lasting, difficult to treat and there is a high chance of recurrence. Nasolaryngoscopy is done to diagnose the patient. It is noted that Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease is considered as the major cause of Globus Pharyngis. The symptoms frequently improve with eating and are generally unaccompanied by dysphagia. The condition is equally prevalent in men and women. Empirical Therapy with a high dose of proton pump inhibitors is reasonable for patients with Globus Pharyngis.

INTRODUCTION

Globus Pharyngis is a painful sensation of a lump in the throat. Patients usually complain the lump is non-painful but often annoying. Hippocrates records the first known case of Globus sensation around 2500 years ago. In this condition, there is pressure on thyroid cartilage due to the contraction of the strap muscle of the neck. Identification and treatment are not always easy, as there is a range of possible causes. It can also be based on stress and anxiety so only a physical examination is not sufficient. Pathogenesis of Globus Pharyngis is unclear. Visceral hypersensitivity, mood disorders, and reflux diseases can be implicated.

CAUSES

Potential causes for Globus Pharyngis are:-

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Abnormal Esophageal Upper Sphincter Dysfunction
Thyroid Dysfunction
Retroverted Epiglottis
Esophageal Motor Disorders
Upper Aerodigestive Malignancy
Rare Laryngopharyngeal Tumours
Hypertrophy of the base of the tongue
Psychological factors and stress
Tonsillitis and chronic sinusitis

SYMPTOMS

Certain symptoms and characteristics suggest Globus Pharyngis:-

Neck or throat pain
Weight loss
Abrupt appearance
Dysphagia
Regurgitation of food
Muscle weakness
Neck lump
Catarrh/ mucus that is unable to clear

DIAGNOSIS

Patients with typical Globus Symptoms usually require no further investigations. However, patients with alarming signs such as odynophagia, dysphagia, throat pain, and weight loss should undergo more extensive evaluations.

Barium Swallow

Barium Swallow studies have been reported to find benign lesions. This test seems to have limited diagnostic value in an investigation of patients with Globus Pharyngis.

Videofluoroscopy

Videofluoroscopy may help to identify pharyngeal dysfunction in a substantial proportion of Globus patients.

Flexible Esophagogastroscopy

Excellent views of the pyriform fossa and the postcricoid area can be achieved by insufflating air by flexible esophagogastroscopy.

AYURVEDIC OVERVIEW OF GLOBUS PHARYNGIS

Ayurveda is an ancient science, treating people for a very long time. There is no direct correlation available in ancient texts for Globus Pharyngis. It is treated on the basis of symptoms. In Ayurveda, it is considered due to the aggravation of vata dosha. When vata is aggravated it causes exhaustion of the nervous system and impairs the normal functioning of muscles. The aggravation of vata dosha leads to dryness in the throat and the sensation of something present in the throat.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT

There are various Ayurvedic treatments for Globus Pharyngis. Some of them include:-

Providing a warm water pack over the throat region using a towel.
Consumption of various ayurvedic herbs like:-
Basil:- Boil basil leaves in water for 10 minutes then drink that water.
Cinnamon:- Make a tea of cinnamon and drink it twice daily.
Turmeric:- Turmeric is very famous for its anti-inflammatory and anti bacterial properties. Boil one tsp of turmeric in water and use that water for gargling.
Cloves:- Chew a few pieces of cloves as it tends to reduce soreness of the throat.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR GLOBUS PHARYNGIS BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda offers effective herbal remedies for the ayurvedic treatment of Globus Pharyngis. These herbal remedies are prepared by using the best quality herbs and strictly follow the principles of Ayurveda. All these herbal medicines of Planet Ayurveda are 100% pure, natural, and vegetarian. These are free from chemicals, preservatives, and dyes. These are safe to use as they are free from side effects.

PRODUCTS LIST

Yashtimadhu Ghan Vati
Mahashankh Vati
Kaas Har Churna
Avipattikar Churna

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. YASHTIMADHU GHAN VATI

Yashtimadhu ghan vati is a classical ayurvedic preparation. It is made by following the Ayurvedic texts. It pacifies vata and pitta dosha. It also has a rasayanic effect on the body. Moreover, it also supports the digestive system of the body. It contains a single ingredient that is yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra). It helps to provide relief from soreness of the throat. It also strengthens the immune system of the individual.

Dosage:- 2 tablets twice daily with plain water

2. MAHASHANKH VATI

Planet Ayurveda’s Mahashankh vati is a 100% natural product formulated by MD Ayurveda experts. It is a classical Ayurvedic preparation that contains ingredients like Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Shankh bhasma, Shudha vatsnabh (Aconitum ferox), Rock salt, etc. It acts as an antacid and stimulates the digestive system.

Dosage:- 2 tablets twice daily to be chewed 20 minutes before meals.

3. KAAS-HAR CHURNA

Planet Ayurveda’s Kaas-har churna is a 100% natural formulation that supports the respiratory system of the body. It contains age-old herbs mentioned in ancient texts. It is a blended mixture of 5 herbs that are Dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylanica), Ela (Elettaria cardamomum), Vanshlochan (Bambusa arundinacea), Mishri (Crystallised sugar lumps), and Pippali (Piper longum). It maintains overall health. It balances all three doshas but specifically pacifies vata dosha.

Dosage:- ½ tsp twice daily with plain water.

4. AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA

Avipattikar churna is a classical ayurvedic preparation. It contains several herbs like Pippali (Piper longum), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Amla (Emblica officinalis), Marich (Piper nigrum), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Nagarmotha (Cyperus scariosus), Vaividand (Embelia ribes), etc. It pacifies vata dosha in the body. There are a number of uses for this churna. It cures constipation, heartburn, and acidity. It acts as a laxative.

Dosage:- 1 tsp twice daily with lukewarm water.

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CONCLUSION

Globus Pharyngis is a painful sensation of a lump in the throat. Gastroesophageal reflux disease, thyroid dysfunction, and abnormal sphincters are the possible cause of the disease. Many Psychogenic factors like stress, anxiety, insomnia, overthinking, depression and fear are also responsible for this disease. As such, there is no appropriate diagnostic technique available to rule out the exact cause. As per the Ayurvedic point of view, Vata pacifying treatment and symptomatic treatment are to be given in this disease.

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