Chrico Achalasia - Diagnosed Tuesday

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I'm so glad I found this group.

I was diagnosed with Chrico Achalasia on Tuesday from a visit to my

ear,nose, throat specialist. Chrico Achalasia is the tightening of

the upper esophogus and is supposed to be caused by chronic acid

reflux. My doctor says the symptoms will go away in 6 months if I do

the following:

-take acephix 30 minutes prior to dinner

-don't lie down for 4 hours after eating

-elevate bed at least 4 inches

My symptons are mild, just a lump in my throat when i swallow, and a

little bit of pain in my chest, also sometime I get mild discomfort

shooting towards my right/left side of the middle of my chest. The

good thing is I DO NOT have any regurgitation or food getting stuck

in my chest.

Do these symptoms sound similar to the regular Achalasia?

any information on the above would be greatly appreciated.