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Diffuse esophageal spasm
Is a term to define abnormal contraction of the esophagus during times that the individual is not eating. It could be triggered by food at temperature extremes and usually disappear spontaneously. When present on regular basis, it should be an indication for evaluation of acid reflux, connective tissue diseases and some neurological conditions.
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Hello Doctors, i am having the exact symptoms of Esophageal spasm. Could you please suggest on what to do next?
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