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A member asked:
What is the best treatment for achalasia and will my swallowing go back to normal afterwards? i cant eat or drink much at all but why have i not list any weight at all?
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Achalasia can generally be treated by balloon dilatation treatment to open up the lower end of esophagus. Visit this site for more information on this topic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/achalasia/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20352851 Wish you good health!
Answered 7/6/2021
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