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What Causes Dysfunction Of Oesophageal Muscle In A Diabetic Patient?
Question: I have type 2 diabetes ,a slight thyroid problem, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Recently I had a motility test to determine if the doctor could fix a large hernia. he told me that my esophagus is not functioning except at the bottom. My question is what could have caused this. Can I prevent the rest from failing?
Brief Answer:
I'm waiting for the requested information!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking! I read your query and understood your concerns.
This finding is caused by dysfunction of esophageal muscle which should be related to;
- Gastric hernia
- Diabetic neuropathy
- Thyroid dysfunction
In order to assist further with my advice I would like to have your test results (manometry, biochemical and hormonal tests). Can you please upload all these datas for me?
I'm waiting for the requested information!
Wish you health!
Dr.Klerida
I'm waiting for the requested information!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking! I read your query and understood your concerns.
This finding is caused by dysfunction of esophageal muscle which should be related to;
- Gastric hernia
- Diabetic neuropathy
- Thyroid dysfunction
In order to assist further with my advice I would like to have your test results (manometry, biochemical and hormonal tests). Can you please upload all these datas for me?
I'm waiting for the requested information!
Wish you health!
Dr.Klerida
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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