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Lump in throat

2017-08-24 06:40:37
I can feel a hard lump in my throat that doesn't hurt. I was under stress and not following a proper diet for the past few days. I smoke regularly. like 2-3 cigarettes. What's this condition? Am I increasing the harm by smoking?
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what you feel it's called globus sensation..due to stress, smoking and irregular food intake you have developed acid reflux.visit an ENT specialist for proper assessment.

Answered2017-08-24 15:49:36

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