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Achalasia is a rare disorder of the esophagus characterized by absent peristalsis and impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. This results in ...
Pityriasis rosea is a rash that often begins as an oval spot on the face, chest, abdomen or back. This is called a herald patch and may be up to 4 inches ...
"This obstruction, in turn, can lead to an absence of normal esophageal peristalsis and a condition similar to that seen with achalasia," explains Dr. Ravi ...
Once the stomach breaks down the food, strong muscular contractions known as peristaltic waves push the food toward the pyloric valve. This valve leads to ...
Functional bowel disorders, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), functional or nonulcer dyspepsia (NUD); Gastroparesis (slow gastric emptying) that can be associated ...
This routine augments early morning high-amplitude peristaltic contractions by incorporating multiple colon stimulators. The regimen, useful for many types ...
This digestive condition is sometimes mistaken for heart pain. Learn about symptoms and treatment for these painful contractions in the esophagus.
In this condition, the muscles in the esophagus don't relax, preventing food and drink from moving into the stomach. Learn more about this rare digestive ...
Hirschsprung (HIRSH-sproong) disease is a condition in which nerve cells are missing in a baby's large intestine, resulting in bowel blockage.
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