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I thought I was alone. I need advice.

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jacques56354
jacques56354

I was diagnosed with achalaisia at the age of 10. I am 27 now ant for the first time ever I know of other people who also suffer from Achalaisia.

I have so many questions. I don't know where to start.

First of all. How do I go about clearing my esophagus? I have read that it is important but I have no idea how.

Secondly, I suffer regularly from excruciating chest pains, above my stomach and under my sternum. I have learned that this is caused by a spasm of the sphincter between the stomach and esophagus. Are there any home remedies and or medication that helps in relieving the pain?

Thanks in advance.

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  • ak74
    ak74 jacques56354

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    There is no way to clean out the esophagus that I know of. As for spasms, I only had them after I had my POEM operation, and drinking ice cold water helped to alleviate the pain a lot. Have you tried taking diltiazem?

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