Diffuse esophageal spasm history and symptoms

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Madhu Sigdel M.B.B.S.[2]

Overview

The hallmark of DES is esophageal dysphagia.

History and Symptoms

History

Patients with DES may have a positive history of:

• dysphagia for both solids and liquids.
• sensation of food stuck on esophagus even seconds after initiating swallow.

Common Symptoms

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Less Common Symptoms

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