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  1. Achalasia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    Jul 19, 2024 · Achalasia is a swallowing condition that affects the tube connecting the mouth and the stomach, called the esophagus. Damaged nerves make it hard for the muscles of the …

  2. Achalasia - Johns Hopkins Medicine

    Achalasia is a rare swallowing disorder that affects the esophagus (the tube between the throat and the stomach). In people with achalasia, the esophagus muscles do not contract properly …

  3. Achalasia (Cardiospasm): Symptoms, Causes, Types, Treatments

    May 7, 2025 · Achalasia (cardiospasm) is a rare condition that happens when food and liquid doesn’t move through your esophagus to your stomach. Achalasia symptoms include trouble …

  4. Achalasia (Esophagus Disorder): Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

    Nov 17, 2024 · Achalasia occurs when your lower esophageal sphincter doesn't work properly.. Symptoms include trouble swallowing, heartburn and chest pain. Learn more about the causes …

  5. Achalasia - Gastrointestinal Disorders - Merck Manual …

    Achalasia is a neurogenic esophageal motility disorder characterized by impaired esophageal peristalsis and a lack of lower esophageal sphincter relaxation during swallowing. Symptoms …

  6. Achalasia Causes, Symptoms, Diet & Treatment - MedicineNet

    Achalasia makes it difficult to swallow, can cause chest pain, and may lead to regurgitation. Learn about achalasia causes, symptoms, surgery, and treatment.

  7. Achalasia Guide: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options

    Jul 15, 2025 · Achalasia - an easy to understand guide covering causes, diagnosis, symptoms, treatment and prevention plus additional in depth medical information.

  8. Achalasia - Penn Medicine

    Dec 31, 2023 · Definition The tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach is the esophagus or food pipe. Achalasia makes it harder for the esophagus to move food into the …

  9. Achalasia | UCSF Department of Surgery

    Achalasia is caused by abnormal function of the nerves controlling the esophagus muscles and the valve or sphincter between the esophagus and stomach. In achalasia symptoms often …

  10. Achalasia - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

    Jul 31, 2023 · Achalasia is an esophageal smooth muscle motility disorder that occurs due to a failure of relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. This condition causes a functional …