This content is machine translated Difficulty swallowing Dysphagia is common and the spectrum of possible causes is diverse In a population-based U.S. study, dysphagia affected one in six adult participants. Of these, the vast majority used specific techniques to cope with dysphagia in everyday life. However, only half…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated From symptom to diagnosis Dysphagia – Zenker’s diverticulum Zenker’s diverticulum causes passenger disturbances in the pharyngoesophageal junction. Regurgitation and regurgitation of undigested food occur frequently. As the Zenker’s diverticulum grows larger, there is a globus sensation in the…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Part 1 - Clarification of gastrointestinal complaints Referral to gastroenterology functional laboratory: who, when, why? Changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain, bloating, stomach burning, and dysphagia are common complaints that patients see their primary care physician about, often leading to referral to a gastroenterologist. Challenges…
