Esophagus Disease
What is Esophagus Disease:
The esophagus is another important part of the human body. The function of the esophagus (food tube) is to transport food from the mouth to the stomach. You may not be aware of your esophagus until you swallow something too large, too hot, or too cold. The most common problem with the esophagus is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It happens when a band of muscle at the end of your esophagus does not close properly. This allows stomach contents to leak back, or reflux, into the esophagus and irritate it.
Type of Esophagus Disease Treated at Kaizen Gastro Care Clinic Pune:
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): A chronic digestive disorder in which your stomach acid flows back into your esophagus, causing heartburn and irritation in the lining of the esophagus. Surgery can tighten the junction between your stomach and esophagus to lessen the backflow of acid.
Esophageal cancer: It can occur in any part of the esophagus and spread to your lymph nodes, windpipe, large blood vessels in the chest, and nearby organs.
Barrett’s esophagus: A condition in which the lining of the esophagus is replaced with tissue similar to the stomach lining. Barrett’s esophagus is often the result of long-standing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and can sometimes lead to esophageal cancer. It requires long-term surveillance with the possibility of surgery to reduce reflux.
Achalasia: The degeneration of the nerves in your esophagus. This causes failure of the esophagus to move food and liquids into your stomach. It also causes the sphincter between your esophagus and stomach to tighten, as it fails to relax.
Symptoms of Esophagus disease:
Common signs and symptoms of esophagitis include:
- Difficult swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Chest pain, particularly behind the breastbone, that occurs with eating
- Swallowed food becoming stuck in the esophagus (food impaction)
- Heartburn
- Acid regurgitation
If you are seen with the above symptoms then you may be esophagus disease. In this condition, don’t panic just visit the best gastroenterologist in Pimpri Chinchwad Pune. Dr. Vikrant Kale treats all stomach diseases and esophageal diseases with quality care.
Diagnosis of Esophageal Disease:
Dr. Vikrant Kale will likely make a diagnosis based on your answers to questions, a physical exam, and one or more tests. These tests may include Barium X-ray, Endoscopy, and other Laboratory tests.
Treatments of Esophagus Disease:
Treatment strategies vary primarily based on the cause & Symptoms of the disorder. While many esophagus disorders can be treated medically, when symptoms are severe, surgery may be necessary. An anti-reflux surgical procedure called a Nissen Fundoplication is very effective in controlling symptoms of GERD, Barrett’s Esophagus, dysplasia, and achalasia. Dr. Vikrant Kale is skilled in all of these techniques, which translate into smaller incisions, less pain, quicker recovery times, and other benefits for patients.
How to Book An Appointment:
Dr. Vikrant Kales at Kaizen Gastro Care Clinic provides the best treatment for various Esophagus diseases in Pimpri Chinchwad Pune. For more information about our comprehensive treatment options, or to request an appointment with the best Gastroenterologist in Pune to call 09763635252 / 07558423708 or Click on Book Appointment for online booking with your nearby hospital
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About Dr. Vikrant Kale
Dr. Vikrant Kale is the best gastroenterologist in PCMC Pune and trained in Gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy in UK & Ireland.
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