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What is good for ?esophageal spasms?
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A few tricks: Meds such as antacids, ca channel blockers, nitrates. Avoid food at extreme temps ie hot or cold. Chew food well with small portions.
Answered 12/10/2013
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ES mostly mild sx: , Esophageal spasm can be divided into 2 major variants that are distinct entities: (1) diffuse esophageal spasm and (2) hypertensive peristalsis. Treatment includes calcium channel blockers, botulinum toxin, nitrates, tricyclic antidepressants, sildenafil, dilatation, myotomy, and esophagectomy.Because of the similarity of symptoms of reflux disease and esophageal spasm, may be misdiagnosed.
Answered 3/19/2019
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