Esophageal manometry is a diagnostic test done to identify abnormalities in the esophagus, which is the pipe that connects the mouth to the stomach. It determines if the esophagus is able to move food properly to the stomach. It is commonly done for people who find it difficult to swallow, have pain while swallowing, and people with chest pain and heartburn.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The radiation is focused on the location of study and therefore the x-ray emitted was towards your esophagus.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You could be suffering from intermittent diffuse esophageal spasm. In simpler terms, it is a functional disorder where the motility of your gut is slightly impaired.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to the details given by you, thebarium was unable to reach her stomach. So, most likely her condition is called achalasia cardia.
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