Lump in throat for 2 weeks, history of gerd. also have viral illness. how do u tell the diff btwn viral-related lump feeling & gerd-related? cancer?

Globus sensation?: Do you experience the feeling of a ball or lump in the back of your throat that you have to swallow past? If so, this is "globus." Alternatively, you may have laryngo-esophaeal reflux without heartburn. Sometimes, the actual swallowing mechanism may be impaired due to "spasms," dysmotility, or inflammation. A gastroenterologist or ear-nose-throat specialist is a good starting point for evaluation