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Is Difficulty In Swallowing Food And Fluids Related To Esophageal Hernia During Old Age?
I periodically experience a situation where food and fluids, of any type, will not flow down my throat to my stomach. I am experiencing this right now. Is there anything a Dr. can do for me in the situation. I have a brother that was diagnosed with an esophageal hernia when he was much younger but has outgrown it. Mine did not start until my late 20 s and I am now 55.
Tue, 28 May 2019
Hello,
The issue can be due to age-related muscular dysgenesis, development of esophagal web from low hemoglobin or else.
Ideal work up with esophagoscopy is best indicated at this junction to proceed ahead.
Do feel free for further doubts any time ahead.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
The issue can be due to age-related muscular dysgenesis, development of esophagal web from low hemoglobin or else.
Ideal work up with esophagoscopy is best indicated at this junction to proceed ahead.
Do feel free for further doubts any time ahead.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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