A corkscrew esophagus is often seen in patients with diffuse esophageal spasm. Endoscopy is performed ... onto the gastric wall for about 2 cm distal to this point. In addition, if possible ...

The nickname replaces its more technical moniker, distal hyperextinsibility, which is a fancy way of saying super flexible ligaments. It may be a cool party trick, but could it also be a health ...

in addition to identifying those allergens that are potential contributors to esophageal inflammation. [53] The allergist should aid in the development and monitoring of response to food ...

Enriquez lives with chronic kidney disease, neurofibromatosis, which causes tumors to form, scoliosis and Raynaud's phenomenon, causing temporary spasms of blood vessels. But on top of all that ...

The actor said he believes some exercise he was doing during the pandemic, cycling and Cross Fit, may have also contributed to his pain and spasms. “I think I just got so tight and so tightly ...

ST. LOUIS -- Cardinals second baseman Masyn Winn left Friday night's 2-0 win over the Philadelphia Phillies because of lower back spasms. Winn played the first inning of the game, but did not go ...

This enables a person to swallow it easily. After swallowing, the bolus enters the esophagus, where gravity and muscle contractions help move it down to the stomach through a process called ...

What Is Tightness in the Throat? Does your throat feel tight or like you can’t swallow your food? Many things can cause this. Not all are serious. Let your doctor know right away if the ...

Many muscles extend to the upper stomach. Pain from a mild muscle injury or spasms can cause temporary pain in the upper abdomen. Mild pain can get better with gentle massage and rest. Some people ...

Cold or dry air can trigger temporary retraction of the airways with physical activity ,which can occur with exercise-induced bronchial spasms. 7. Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD ...