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Can someone give me a list of gi problems that mimic heart problems? just for self knowledge
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Do you have DES?: Spastic motility disorders are defined by esophageal manometry, but can be intermittent like diffuse esophageal spasm (des). Of course, esophageal spasm pain can mimic coronary artery disease sufficiently that a cardiac evaluation should first rule out heart ; vessel problems. Also, consider gerd, esophageal tears, acute foreign body impaction or penetration, acute gastro-esophageal hernia, more.
Answered 1/5/2019
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Yes! : 1. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd) 2. Distal esophageal spasm (des) 3. Nutcracker esophagus 4. Achalasia. Hope this helps!
Answered 12/5/2013
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