Question 1

what causes esophagus spasms??

Accepted Answer

Be sure of diagnosis: Difficulty swallowing ("dysphagia") can be distinguished as a "transfer" problem (difficulty moving food from mouth to top of esophagus), "transit" problem (difficulty moving food down the esophagus), "spasm", gerd (due to sphincter problems), or obstructive (webs, rings, strictures, ulcer, tumor).  Best to see a gastroenterologist (gi doctor) for evaluation and treatment.

Question 2

what causes my esophagus to be restricted?

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Narrowed esophagus: There are various disorders that can cause narrowed esophagus.  The can range from benign (secondary to reflux or prior radiation or ingestion of caustic substance) to malignant(cancerous)  the narrowing can also be caused by extrinsic( something pushing from outside) compression to esophagus. The best test to diagnose this is either esophagram or endoscopy. With endoscopy you can diagnose & treat.

Question 3

what causes holes to tear in the esophagus?

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Multiple causes: This can be caused by retching(forceful vomiting), foreign bodies(bones, etc), ulcerations, cancer, etc. The most common cause is forceful retching.

Question 4

what is this pain in the esophagus, that i am having, caused from?

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Spasm: The esophagus is very muscular to move food from your mouth o your stomach . Sometimes these muscles cramp up into a spasm , which causes a severe pain .  Please contact your primary provider to evaluate this further if it dosen't resolve soon

Question 5

does marijuana cause barrett's esophagus?

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Not known yet: Marijuana does affect the intestinal tract, which includes the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. It is uncertain if marijuana worsens gastroesophageal reflux (the cause of heartburn and Barrett&#x27;s esophagus changes), improves GE reflux, or has no effect on reflux. Those who like marijuana say that marijuana improves reflux symptoms, but there is not good research evidence to back up their claims.

Question 6

can barrett's esophagus cause wheezing and a cough?

Accepted Answer

Indirectly......: Barrett's esophagus is an injury to the esophagus that happens when there is gastroesophageal reflux present. And, GERD can cause wheezing and cough. If the GERD is treated, the cough and wheezing due to the GERD will go away and Barrett's esophagus will be avoided so see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment of GERD!

Question 7

can barrett's esophagus cause hoarseness and tightness in the ribs?

Accepted Answer

Possibly related: Barrett's esophagus can result from long term reflux. If reflux is severe it can irritate the vocal cords and cause hoarseness. Reflux can also cause a lot of burning and chest discomfort that can feel like rib tightness. So it is really the reflux that may cause your symptoms, not actually the Barrett's.

Question 8

can problems with the esophagus cause chest pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Not uncommon to have chest pain with this issue. Sometimes included  with the differential diagnosis of causes of chest pain.

Question 9

what can cause a burning sensation in my esophagus?

Accepted Answer

Not all GERD = burn: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd) involves movement of stomach contents back into your esophagus. Gerd can be "silent" in a substantial # of patients, manifesting with ear/nose/throat &amp; lung problems without heartburn. Heartburn is the common presentation of burning discomfort in your chest with exposure of the esophagus to stomach contents. See earlier healthtap answers for gerd prevention.

Question 10

can inflammation of the esophagus cause pain to radiate the upper back?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Inflammation of the esophagus, espeically related to acid reflux can cuase pain in the upper back.

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