Diffuse esophageal spasm causes
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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
Diffuse esophageal spasm may be caused by [cause1], [cause2], or [cause3].
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Common causes of [disease] include [cause1], [cause2], and [cause3].
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The most common cause of [disease name] is [cause 1]. Less common causes of [disease name] include [cause 2], [cause 3], and [cause 4].
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The cause of [disease name] has not been identified. To review risk factors for the development of [disease name], click here.
Causes
The exact cause of esophageal spasms remains unknown. However, it may be a consequence of various diseases and arise secondary to these conditions. Esophageal spasms may be more likely to occur with one or more of the following conditions :
- Compression of the nerves within the esophageal wall by solid masses or enlarged blood vessels.
- Esophagitis which is an inflammation of the esophagus. It is commonly caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and infections.
- Sandifer syndrome which is closely associated with GERD.
- Crohn’s disease of the esophagus marked by inflammation and ulceration of the esophageal wall.
- Dermatomyositis, multiple sclerosis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
- Esophageal strictures or obstructions.
- Depression, anxiety and psychological stress.
- Eating disorders involving purging.