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Achalasia is a rare disorder of the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach. It is characterized by enlargement of the esophagus, impaired ability to push food down toward the stomach (peristalsis), and failure of the ring-shaped muscle at the bottom of the esophagus, the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), to relax. It is the contraction and relaxation of the sphincter that moves food through the tube.

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What is Achalasia?

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What Are The Symptoms of Achalasia?

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What Are The Causes and Complications of Achalasia?

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What Are The Treatments and Medications for Achalasia?

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Foundations and Support Groups on Achalasia

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Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Achalasia

• Journal of the American Medical Association: Achalasia
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Clinical Trials on Achalasia

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