Question 1

i've got cardiospasm. now what?

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Cardiospasm?: This is not a medical term so i'm not sure what you have, but if you mean "coronary artery spasm, "  the treatment is calcium channel blockers and nitrates.

Question 2

what's a simple way to say what cardiospasm really is?

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Temporary narrowing: Temporary narrowing of blood vessel to heart causing  obstruction  of blood flow and chest pain.  Usually resolves with nitroglycerine.  The condition is called prinzmetal angina and is diagnosed by abnormal ekg showing st segment elevation when you are having chest pain but resolved within a few minutes, .

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: cardiospasm?

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Cardiospasm: Cardiospasm =  regurgitation or difficulty swallowing due to lack of relaxation of  muscle fibers in lower end of  esophagus.

Question 4

what symptoms do people with cardiospasm usually have?

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Chest pain: "cardiospasm" usually refers to spasm of the esophagus, which can produce chest pain very similar to the pain of a heart attack. It is often a diagnosis only made when heart attack has been ruled out by testing. Clues can be trouble swallowing or relation of the pain to meals.  It is wiser to be safe than sorry and be checked promptly.

Question 5

do natural remedies for cardiospasm work?

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Cardio Spasm: Are you talking about coronary artery spasm? If not, i don't know what you are referring to...
Either way, natural remedies may work... If you are willing to take a chance and find out for yourself..
Unfortunately there are no objective, scientific studies demonstrating such efficacy. One life, one chance, the choice is yours!

Question 6

what is achalasia ?

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Swallowing disorder: Achalasia is a disorder of the muscles of the esophagus leading to swallowing problems.  It usually has two components: 1) failure of propulsive ("peristaltic") contraction of the muscles of the body of the esophagus; and 2) failure to relax of the lower esophageal sphincter (the outlet of the esophagus into the stomach).  Both lead to obstructive symptoms and gradual dilation of the esophagus.

Question 7

has anyone heard of achalasia?

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Achalasia: This is a narrowing of the esophagus which can be very painful.  Sometimes it can be treated by dilating the esophagus to reduce the pain and narrowing.  You should see a gastroenterologist for further treatment.

Question 8

any natural help with achalasia?

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No: You would need to see a gastroenterologist/gi doctor and get an egd done(a video camera with a long flexible tube down the throat) to evaluate further.  Sometimes it is treated with Botox injections.

Question 9

what is difference among type 1,2 & 3  achalasia?

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Manometry definition: these are definitions to characterize achalasia (a disorder of esophagus where contraction wave is absent and the lower sphincter does not relax): Type1 has minimal contractions, Type2 intermittent contractions, Type3 spastic contractions. Success rates of treatment differ as replied in prior question. I'm happy to consult as I would highly recommend followup at major specialized expert center

Question 10

what to do if i have achalasia why is my husband mad?

Accepted Answer

Communicate: Feelings often don't make sense. Achalasia is a life-threatening illness and is not a reason to be angry. There must be something else going on. If you need to write us, it's time to sit down together with someone the two of you trust -- pastor, physician, friend, whoever is right -- and  get the channels of communication open again.

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