Dysphagia — difficulty swallowing food — is common in EoE. It can be uncomfortable and even cause food to become impacted (stuck). Learn ways to help food go down easily.

Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) is another sign of esophageal spasm. It may feel like an object is blocking your throat or ...

Learn what causes esophageal strictures, how they're diagnosed, and the latest treatments to ease swallowing and improve quality of life.

Esophageal strictures: Inflammation can cause the esophagus to narrow, making swallowing difficult. Esophageal perforation: Although rare, severe cases can lead to perforation (a tear in the ...

THE differential diagnosis of dysphagia must include consideration of the lower esophageal ring. This entity was first described in 1953 by Schatzki and Gary 1 and Ingelfinger and Kramer 2 as a ...

WebMD explains esophageal manometry, a test used to look for causes of acid reflux and heartburn, chest pain, and swallowing difficulty.

Esophagitis is inflammation of the esophagus, ... Common symptoms of esophagitis include difficulty swallowing, pain with swallowing, chest pain, and in severe cases, bleeding.

Difficulty swallowing, medically termed dysphagia, represents the most common symptom of esophageal cancer. This typically begins with occasional trouble swallowing solid foods, particularly meats ...