Achalasia
Achalasia is a disorder of the esophagus in which the muscle that connects this tube with the stomach does not relax as it should, hindering the passage of food. This causes food and liquids to move slowly.
Frequent symptoms:
- Difficulty swallowing solid foods and liquids
- Return of food toward the mouth
- Chest discomfort and, at times, weight loss
When to see a doctor? When the difficulty swallowing is persistent or worsens over time.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is the professional focused on the digestive system and the esophagus, and the general surgeon may intervene in certain cases; in children, the pediatric gastroenterologist offers specific care. In the face of continuous difficulty swallowing, a professional evaluation is advisable.
Data on 123 doctors who treat achalasia
Specialties that treat achalasia
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Doctors specialized in achalasia
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dra. Silvia Cuevas Ocampo
Dr. Velazquez Moises Gomez
Dra. Maria Isabel Aguilar Montes de Oca
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Frequently asked questions
What is achalasia?
Achalasia is a disorder of the esophagus in which the muscle that connects this tube with the stomach does not relax as it should, hindering the passage of food. This causes food and liquids to move slowly.
Which doctor treats achalasia?
Achalasia is usually treated by specialists in cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, general surgeon, endoscopist, gastroenterologist, pediatric gastroenterologist, general practitioner, pathologist, pediatrician, bariatric surgeon, abdominal laparoscopic surgeon, clinical pathologist, general surgeon, laparoscopic surgeon, pediatric gastroenterologist.