Seniors and swallowing issues
@allknowing (153544)
India
March 3, 2023 12:09am CST
Of late I am having issues with swallowing saliva but not with solids. I feel there is a lump in the throat and I get kind of a choked sensation but it gets sorted out after sipping some water and trying to clear the throat and reappears on its own
I tried to find out the cause and if it is just this with no other symptoms then this is known as globus - a 'gift' for seniors. It is benign. It could also be associated with psychological issues in which case it can affect anyone.
I believe in homoeopathy and there is a remedy for such a situation. But before taking that decision I will be visiting the ENT specialist to get their opinion.
Image credit:https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Depiction_of_a_person_suffering_from_Globus_Pharyngis.png
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@allknowing (153544)
• India
3 Mar 23
I think it is called dysphagia I have come across this term while doing the search. It is benign but a nuisance. I just had it a few days ago and I am hell bent on getting rid of it.
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@allknowing (153544)
• India
3 Mar 23
@LadyDuck My issue is only with saliva but it disturbs me in the night. I will see that I get rid of it - hopefully though.
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@LadyDuck (502208)
• Italy
3 Mar 23
@allknowing You are right it is dysphagia, dysphasia is related to speech, not swallowing. I notice that my husband, time by time, seems not to be able to swallow. Not all the time. It is annoying.
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@flapiz (23530)
• United Kingdom
3 Mar 23
Unfortunately the ageing process can affect the swallowing reflex. There is also the wear and tear of the throat as time goes by. It is a good idea to check with ENT. I think an OT would be more specialised on swallowing though. Anyhow all the best.
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@allknowing (153544)
• India
3 Mar 23
It is a common thing and there are ways to control it.
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@flapiz (23530)
• United Kingdom
3 Mar 23
@allknowing Yes of course. It is also a part of life.
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@ifa225 (14468)
• Indonesia
4 Mar 23
@allknowing mild but often annoying. Hope you can get rid all of it
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@allknowing (153544)
• India
4 Mar 23
@ifa225 It is annoying but if I have to live with it as they say 'what can't be cured has to be endured'.
@allknowing (153544)
• India
3 Mar 23
It is very mild and so I want to nip it in the bud
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@RebeccasFarm (91299)
• United States
3 Mar 23
My son has the very same very severe but wont go to doctor.
I hope you can find out cause and help it
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@allknowing (153544)
• India
3 Mar 23
There are some things one can do to reduce the effect.
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@allknowing (153544)
• India
4 Mar 23
@RebeccasFarm You have shown concern and now let him be
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@RebeccasFarm (91299)
• United States
4 Mar 23
@allknowing Hmm whatever they are he wont listen to me
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@allknowing (153544)
• India
3 Mar 23
I will decide on it once I see the ENT. Thank you
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@allknowing (153544)
• India
3 Mar 23
Was it dysphasia or dysphagia? Good things got sorted out for you. I have no other issues except the saliva swallowing which takes slightly longer. I am already doing some things that should take care of it but once I visit the ENT they perhaps will have more things to tell me.
@CarolDM (203396)
• Nashville, Tennessee
3 Mar 23
@allknowing Should be dysphagia. Trouble swallowing. Dysphasia is a language disorder. Good luck.
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@allknowing (153544)
• India
3 Mar 23
I have no issues with food but while swallowing saliva it does not go down quickly as with food and feel there is (imaginary) a lump.
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@Yadah04 (3480)
• Philippines
3 Mar 23
I am glad I came across this, my senior parents kinda feel that thing too and I am concerned because they often get choking cough, saying they just swallowed their saliva. Anyway, I am taking them to the doctor just to be sure too. How was the visit at ENT specialist?
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@allknowing (153544)
• India
3 Mar 23
I have yet to fix an appointment My experience is of just a few days. It is more a nuisance than a disease But if I can find a way to get rid of it I will.
@allknowing (153544)
• India
3 Mar 23
I just felt it a few days and am at it to see how it can disappear. Thank you
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@Lignitecityabishek96 (7116)
• Cuddalore, India
3 Mar 23
Consulting an ENT specialist would be the right choice.
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@popciclecold (40215)
• United States
3 Mar 23
Never heard of it. But I do love me some homeopath medicines. Actually, I need to buy another kit. Take care.
