Globus Pharyngeus — MCQs

Which of the following is the MOST common complication associated with GERD?

A man takes peanut and develops tongue swelling, neck swelling, stridor, hoarseness of voice. What is the probable diagnosis?

Which of the following statements regarding the lower esophageal sphincter is TRUE?

A 5-year-old child has a painless, midline neck swelling that moves with swallowing. What is the most likely diagnosis?

A child presenting with recurrent respiratory tract infections, mouth breathing and decreased hearing. Treatment of choice is

A 55-year-old man has a history of difficulty swallowing and frequent choking while eating. A barium swallow shows a posterior pharyngeal diverticulum. What is the most likely diagnosis?

A 1st year medical student presents with recurrent episodes of choking sensation, breathlessness, intense sweating along with feeling of impending doom. Usually the episodes occur prior to exams. What is the most likely diagnosis?

All of the following are true regarding Zenker's diverticulum EXCEPT?

Lingual tonsils arise from which of the following processes?

Tonsiloliths are best treated with: