Symptoms of Oesophageal Motility Disorders:
- Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)
- Chest pain not related to heart issues
- Regurgitation of food and liquids
- Sensation of food sticking in the throat
- Heartburn
Treatment Options:
- Lifestyle Changes:
Avoiding trigger foods, eating smaller meals, and sleeping with the head elevated.
- Medication:
Proton pump inhibitors (reduce stomach acid) and calcium channel blockers (relax oesophageal muscles).
Therapeutic Procedures:
- Oesophageal dilation:
Widening the oesophagus using a balloon or dilators to relieve swallowing difficulties.
- Botulinum toxin injections:
To relax overly tight oesophageal muscles.
Surgery:
- Laparoscopic(Hellers Procedure) or endoscopic myotomy (POEM procedure) (cutting the muscles of the oesophagus) are considered for some cases.
Consulting a surgeon or gastroenterologist for an accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plan is advised.