HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Does A Tortuous Esophagus Indicate?

I have been told I have a tortueous esphogus and an esphogeal struture. What does this mean for my healt, how is it treated, and does it resolve on its own. I have Sjrogrens syndrome. Does that play any part in my ultimate diagnosis since I would gather that having these things wrong with my espohogus, does not a diagnosis make? Thanks for you input.
Sat, 28 Apr 2018
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

It indicates esophagus which is curved, and it may cause swallow difficulties or heartburn. You should take anti-acid medicines to prevent it.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
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]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Does A Tortuous Esophagus Indicate?

Hello, It indicates esophagus which is curved, and it may cause swallow difficulties or heartburn. You should take anti-acid medicines to prevent it. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein