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Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention of Diffuse Esophageal Spasm ... Esophageal spasm may also produce a severe pain in the absence of dysphagia that is indistinguishable from angina pectoris. This pain is often described as a substernal squeezing pain and may occur in association with exercise.
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SEVERE ESOPHAGEAL SPASM; AN EVALUATION OF SUGGESTION-THERAPY AS DETERMINED; BY MEANS OF THE ESOPHAGOSCOPE; WILLIAM B. FAULKNER, JR., M.D.*; ... Using the #9 Jackson type esophago-scope; I encountered the most marked esophageal spasm I have ever seen. None of the lumen was open and the spasm involved the entire esophagus.
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It was noted, on esophagoscopic examination, that the presence of esophogeal spasm or relaxation was determined by emotional factors. ... Thoughts of insecurity and frustration brought about esophageal spasm; while suggestions of a pleasant and desirable environment caused esophageal relaxation.
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The true incidence of esophageal spasm cannot be determined. The symptoms range from mild to severe. Patients with mild symptoms often do not seek medical attention. Because of the similarity of symptoms of reflux disease and esophageal spasm, many patients may be misdiagnosed with reflux.
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This is a discussion on MedHelp about Severe Esophageal Spasm. Community members of MedHelp provide help, support, guidance and discussion around the topic of Severe Esophageal Spasm ... Can you actually get sort of a chronic esophageal or stomach spasm syndrome? Are there medications that will help? Your thoughts on this...
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Symptoms of Esophageal Spasm ... Esophageal Spasm Diagnosis ... Esophageal spasm can occur by itself or right after a severe gastroesophageal reflux.
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The esophagus is the tube in the chest that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. The muscles in the esophagus can spasm. When this occurs, it mimics a heart attack and can be very painful. ... Esophageal dilation in severe cases; ... more about Esophageal Spasm...
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Esophageal spasm, Esophageal spasms are irregular contractions of the muscles in the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. These spasms do not move food effectively to the stomach. ... The cause of esophageal spasm is unknown. Very hot or very cold foods may trigger an episode in some people.
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Home > Health Encyclopedia > Esophageal spasm ... The cause of esophageal spasm is unknown. Very hot or very cold foods may trigger an episode in some people. The pain may be indistinguishable from angina and may radiate to the neck, jaw, arms, or back.
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