Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
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Diffuse esophageal spasm is a disorder of esophageal movement in which the muscle contractions that normally push food toward the stomach become uncoordinated and involuntary.
Common symptoms: They usually include chest pain that can be confused with cardiac discomfort, difficulty swallowing, and the sensation that food gets stuck.
When to see a doctor? It is prudent to seek an evaluation when chest pain or difficulty swallowing recurs, once heart causes have been ruled out.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is the one who studies how the esophagus works and distinguishes this disorder from other causes. Discussing the symptoms with a professional helps direct the workup appropriately.
Data on 37 doctors who treat diffuse esophageal spasm
Which specialist treats diffuse esophageal spasm?
Diffuse esophageal spasms are evaluated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in the digestive tract. If you feel chest pain when swallowing or have difficulty passing food, it's a good idea to see this specialist for a proper evaluation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in diffuse esophageal spasm
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Frequently asked questions
What is diffuse esophageal spasm?
Diffuse esophageal spasm is a disorder of esophageal movement in which the muscle contractions that normally push food toward the stomach become uncoordinated and involuntary.
Which doctor treats diffuse esophageal spasm?
Diffuse esophageal spasms are evaluated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in the digestive tract. If you feel chest pain when swallowing or have difficulty passing food, it's a good idea to see this specialist for a proper evaluation.