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What Causes Sternum Pain In A Person With Tortuous Esophagus?
Question: I was told by my doctor that my esophagus is not straight, but is curvy, like a winding road back and forth. I sometimes have a sharp pain just below my sternum when I eat something, that makes me bloat, and gag. Is this related to the shape of my esophagus?
Brief Answer:
probbaly is
Detailed Answer:
thank you for your question.
This is probably cause of your problems.
Your condition is called tortuous esophagus and it is associated with symptoms such as heartburn, swallowing difficulties,bloating,belching or sensation of ump in throat. Treatment is limited and usually started with medications such as antacids, proton pump inhibitors, diet. You should eat smaller meals but more often, eat more liquid food, avoid, coffee,alcohol and fried food. Extended chewing, staying upright after meals may help as well.
If these methods are not beneficial, then surgery may be considered as last choice.
Wish you good health. Regards
probbaly is
Detailed Answer:
thank you for your question.
This is probably cause of your problems.
Your condition is called tortuous esophagus and it is associated with symptoms such as heartburn, swallowing difficulties,bloating,belching or sensation of ump in throat. Treatment is limited and usually started with medications such as antacids, proton pump inhibitors, diet. You should eat smaller meals but more often, eat more liquid food, avoid, coffee,alcohol and fried food. Extended chewing, staying upright after meals may help as well.
If these methods are not beneficial, then surgery may be considered as last choice.
Wish you good health. Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
Was I born with this? I never had the problem before 40 years old.(approximate)
Brief Answer:
usually it is aquired during life
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
It is rare that people are born with it.
It is in most cases seen in middle aged people after 40.
Some factors such as smoking, alcohol, spicy food, and obesity may increase risko for this disorder but in most cases exact cause is unknown.
usually it is aquired during life
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
It is rare that people are born with it.
It is in most cases seen in middle aged people after 40.
Some factors such as smoking, alcohol, spicy food, and obesity may increase risko for this disorder but in most cases exact cause is unknown.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Shanthi.E
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