| esophageal varices |
is an abnormal dilatation of the veins in the esophagus, that occurs as the result of portl hypertension due to liver cirrhosis. Varices are prone to rupture, causing a serious bleeding.
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| esophageal varices |
swollen veins in the lower esophagus and possibly the upper part of the stomach; can cause vomiting of blood and passing of black stool
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| esophageal spasm |
irregular contractions of the muscles in the esophagus, which lead to difficulty swallowing
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| esophageal reflux |
A condition in which stomach contents move backward into the esophagus, ie, heartburn.
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| esophageal cancer |
Cancer of the esophagus (throat).
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