The Esophagus Pages!
Thank you for visiting the Esophagus Symptoms section of Symptoms 101. We are committed to providing you with the most up to date information on the internet today. Feel free to look around, and post comments if you feel inspired.
Sincerely,
The Medical Symptoms Staff.
Acid Reflux
Acid reflux can be a result of a number of disorders. According to traditional western medicine, this type of symptom is usually the result of either a relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter, or due to the presence of hiatal hernia allowing for acid from the stomach to reflux.
Continue reading "Acid Reflux"
Posted by Staff | Comments ( 3 ) | TrackBack
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal hernia (often referred to as hiatus hernia) is the protrusion (or hernia) of the upper part of the stomach into the thorax through a tear or weakness in the diaphragm. Symptoms may begin as reflux and dysphagia, but over time the acid returning moving up the esophagus may create a life threatening situation if not treated.
Continue reading "Hiatal Hernia"
Posted by Staff | Comments ( 1 )
Heartburn
Heartburn or pyrosis is a painful burning sensation in the esophagus, just below the breastbone. The pain often rises in the chest and may radiate to the neck or throat.
Posted by Staff | Comments ( 0 )
GERD
GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is injury to the esophagus that develops from chronic exposure of the esophagus to acid coming up from the stomach (reflux). In contrast, heartburn is the symptom of acid in the esophagus, characterized by a burning discomfort behind the breastbone (sternum). Findings in GERD include esophagitis (reflux esophagitis) - inflammatory changes in the esophageal lining (mucosa), strictures, difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) and chronic chest pain. Patients may have only one of those findings. Atypical symptoms of GERD include cough, hoarseness, changes of the voice, and sinusitis. Complicatons of GERD include stricture formation, Barrett's esophagus, esophageal ulcers and possibly even to esophageal cancer.
Posted by Staff | Comments ( 0 )
