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Esophageal Spasm Questions
Related terms: Nutcracker esophagus, Diffuse esophageal spasms
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Has anyone ever used Elavil for esophageal spasms [severe] along with severe hiatal hernia and re?
Also have reflux from both the esophogus and hiatal hernia. Has been about 3 years and is continuing to get worse. Spasms cause my throat to close and is nick named "nutcracker disease." This has been a drug recommened instead of surgery to try first. I need to know the pros and cons on... read more
My gastro doc has perscribed Baclofen ( a muscule relaxer) for esophageal spasms. I do think I may?
... have had at least one of these spasms during a severe gerd attack. But due to also having been diagnosed with costochondritis (inflamation of the cartalidge in the ribs) I cannot tell if I'm still having mild spasms. All these issues happened after the severe gerd attack. I take PPI's... read more
Esophageal Spasm - I have a lump in my throat and chest pain 24-7 from my esophageal muscle spasms?
what is the best medication and is the lump and pain normal to stay continous Thanks
Isosorbide Mononitrate - How long does it take Imdur to relieve chest pain?
I just started Imdur yesterday for esophageal spasms and I am wondering how long it takes to get relief from the chest pains. I haven't gotten any relief yet. I am on the lowest dose available (30mg) to start with.
Gastroparesis and constipation: what works?
I was diagnosed with severe gastroparesis, and also esophageal spasms, and chronic constipation. So, I haven't gone in several days, despite daily Lizness and Miralax. I am currently doing prep for colonoscopy. I already drink massive amounts of water, so not concerned about dehydration. So I... read more
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