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Achalasia: What Is, Causes, Complications, and Symptoms

What Is Achalasia?

Achalasia is a disorder of esophageal motility manifested by difficulty in swallowing. In achalasia, the opening of the lower part goes off track, blocking food transport from the esophagus to the stomach. A normal peristaltic wave is also not formed. Thus, the bite does not move like it should.

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