Sensation of lump in my throat, shortly after adding T3 to my Levo. Coincidence or not?

[bristolboy]

I've been on levo for around 10 years (hypo and Hashi's), but about 2 weeks ago I started adding T3 (5mcg per day for first week, then a second 5mcg per day since then, so now a total of 10mcg per day now). At the same time I reduced levo from 150mcg to 125mcg.

Yesterday I started to sense a lump in my lower throat. Not sore, just a sensation of a lump. I can still swallow solids and liquids without problem, but the sensation is annoying and a little worrying. Could this be anything to do with adding the T3? I think perhaps it's not related, because I had the same (or similar) sensation a few weeks ago (weeks before starting the T3), and it went away after a couple of days.

Naturally I Googled it this morning. There are a number of harmless reasons for such a feeling - but there was also mention of thyroid cancer. Should I be worried?

[Caroline888]

Hi,

I have experienced the lump-in-the-throat sensation from time to time, mainly in the months before being diagnosed hypothyroid. I don't worry about it myself as I think it is probably related to immune attacks on the thyroid. I might of course be wrong but I think the fact that it comes and goes is quite reassuring. Like you I have no trouble or discomfort when swallowing. Stress can make the sensation worse too. The doctors then call it "globus sensation" or "globus hystericus". This is quite common.

If you're worried though I would make an appointment to see your GP; after all that's what they're there for. I don't believe in worrying if I can avoid it, and googling is definitely a two-edged sword.

Hope you feel better soon.

Best wishes

Caroline

[bristolboy in reply to Caroline888]

Hi Caroline,

That's very reassuring - thanks. It's good to know that I'm not the only one to get this. My sensation is now starting to diminish, so I think you're right - it's just "one of those things". But I'll certainly monitor it - and maybe see my GP if it continues.

Your suggestion of seeing my GP made me chuckle. It's ironic that those of us with thyroid problems get more help from this forum than from most GPs - and I consequently find myself subconsciously deciding to avoid GPs for things that are NOT thyroid-related!! I have to remind myself that GPs are pretty good on most issues - just don't trust them with your thyroid health .

All the best,

Nick