Diffuse Esophageal Spasm


Overview and Facts about Diffuse Esophageal Spasm

A diffuse esophageal spasm is a condition that affects the esophagus, which is the portion of your digestive system that connects your mouth and throat to your stomach. Normally, your esophagus contracts in a rhythmic or coordinated fashion to move what you eat down toward your stomach.

However, during a diffuse esophageal spasm, the esophagus contracts in an uncoordinated fashion and fails to relax during or after swallowing. Frequent spasms can prevent consumed food and liquids from moving down the esophagus toward the stomach.

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