Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Treatment For Heartburn And Difficulty In Swallowing Food
For years I have had difficulty swallowing food. I tried to eat softer foods, chew really well, smaller bites, and it seems to be happening more frequently. The food gets lodged in my throat. I feel as though I am choking. Can not drink, to force it down because it won t go down. My boyfriend seems to think I am crazy, but it really happens and hurts so bad. What could cause this? And is it treatable? Also I don t now if it related, but I have heartburn daily. If I take nothing for it I vomit stomach acid
Tue, 21 Oct 2014
Hello,
From your symptoms you seem to have an esophageal dysmotility disorder
I would advise you . TO consult a gastroenterologist . You need a upper GI endoscopy . and If required an esophageal manometry and barium swallow (depending on the endoscopy report)
Hope this helps
Regards
Dr Samir Patil
From your symptoms you seem to have an esophageal dysmotility disorder
I would advise you . TO consult a gastroenterologist . You need a upper GI endoscopy . and If required an esophageal manometry and barium swallow (depending on the endoscopy report)
Hope this helps
Regards
Dr Samir Patil
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....