Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is the most effective treatment for severe depressive disorders and is recognized as the treatment of choice in certain urgent clinical situations such as catatonic stupor, psychotic depression, and suicidal ideation with intent and plan.1 ECT is too often viewed as a treatment of âlast resortâ for severe psychiatric disorders.1 We will discuss globus
We describe a series of four patients who presented with âhigh globus pharyngeusâ, who all had an abnormally curled epiglottis tip touching and indenting the tongue base. The actual incidence of âcurling epiglottisâ, as well as the potential impact of this variation in persistent globus symptoms, is not known.
After many decades of interest, the most popular organic theory that âa lump in the throatâ is reflux related is still challenged by lack of strong evidence for empiric antacid treatment of this symptom. Purpose of reviewTo review recent literature on diagnostic and treatment options for globus pharyngeus. Recent findingsThere are no controlled studies looking at the use of proton pump
The efficacy and mechanism of Transcutaneous electroacupuncture for globus pharyngeus has not been reported. The aim of our study was to explore the effect and possible mechanisms of TEA at CV22/LI3/LU11/ST36 for patients with globus. Methods: A total of 80 patients with globus pharyngeus were randomly allocated into eight groups. The
Globus is a persistent or intermittent non-painful sensation of a lump or foreign body in the throat. It is a commonly encountered clinical condition that is usually long-lasting, difficult to
reflux among patients with globus pharyngeus varies between 15% and 90%. Moreover, in patients with significant gastroesophageal reflux, treatment does not always eradicate the globus sensation. More recently, there has been renewed interest in the psychological aspects of globus pharyngeus. Wareing et al[10] suggested that globus
âHow long has this been occurring? Is it getting worse? Do you hesitate to go out to eat because of it?â Globus pharyngeus: a review of its etiology, diagnosis and treatment. World J
Laryngeal cancer is cancer of your larynx, or voice box. Laryngeal cancer symptoms include voice changes, such as hoarseness, and a sore throat or cough that wonât go away. Treatment may include surgery to remove part or all of your larynx, called a laryngectomy. Contents Overview Symptoms and Causes Diagnosis and Tests Management and
Treatment of Globus pharyngeus. Treatment tries to address the underlying cause of Globus pharyngeus. With reflux, proton pump inhibitors often tried for at least 3-4 weeks though in some people, it may take up to 3-6 months for adequate resolution. With stress, reassurance alone is often sufficient.
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