If it is caused by esophagitis, in turn caused by an underlying infection, it is commonly treated by treating the infection (typically with antibiotics). In order to open the<unk> , a surgeon can insert a bougie – a weighted tube used to dilate the constricted areas in the esophagus. It can sometimes be treated with other medications. For example, an H2 antagonist (e.g. ranitidine) or a proton-pump inhibitor (e.g. omeprazole) can treat underlying acid reflux disease.
Esophageal stricture
Nutcracker esophagus
Esophageal web
Esophageal candidiasis
Esophageal disease
Esophageal achalasia
Acute esophageal necrosis
Esophageal varices