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Esophageal Stricture Or Corrosive Esophagitis Overview of Esophageal Stricture Or Corrosive Esophagitis The esophagus connects the mouth and throat, or oral pharynx, with the stomach. This is a muscular lined tube that help propel material from the mouth into the stomach. Certain conditions can lead to inflammation of the esophagus. This can be acute or chronic. In chronic situations, there is scarring and thickening of the tissues, which can then lead to narrowing of this passage. The narrowing can also be caused by other types of injuries or diseases. In any event, the narrowing affects swallowing. Its becomes difficult or painful to swallow. Causes of Esophageal Stricture Or Corrosive Esophagitis Causes are due to scarring of the esophagus following inflammation or damage caused by: chronic heartburn (reflux esophagitis) or hiatal hernia. Prolonged use of feeding tubes can erode the esophagus or cause ulceration that later leads to narrowing. Accidental or deliberate swallowing of lye or other corrosive chemicals can lead to irreversible damage of the esophagus. Bulimia, a condition in which vomiting is induced, can lead to scarring and damage of the esophagus with subsequent narrowing. Radiation therapy involved throat, neck or chest can all lead to both acute and chronic injury to the esophagus. Signs and Symptoms of Esophageal Stricture Or Corrosive Esophagitis Symptoms of esophageal narrowing or stricture include a sudden or gradual decrease in the ability to swallow. This difficulty usually affects solid foods first, then liquids. there may be pain in the chest or throat, which may be aggravated when attempting to eat. Occasionally, regurgitation occurs which can lead to aspiration of some of the contents into the lungs. Diverticuli, or outpouchings, of the esophagus can develop above the level of the stricture. Esophageal cancer may develop in this damaged tissue. In addition to the symptoms listed above, there may be vomiting of blood, weight loss and general ill health. advertisement Find more information

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