Title: Esophagus: Anatomy, Function, and Treatment
Headings: The Anatomy of the Esophagus
The Anatomy of the Esophagus
A Muscular Tube Connecting the Throat to the Stomach
Anatomy
Structure
Location
Anatomical Variations
Function
Associated Conditions
Treatment

Content: Here’s a quick breakdown of the most common esophageal conditions: Achalasia (dysphagia): Difficulty swallowing can arise for many reasons and represent a disorder of the esophagus. Heartburn and chest pains frequently accompany achalasia. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): Heartburn occurs when stomach acids flush back upwards because the lower esophageal sphincter doesn’t close properly, causing chest pains. GERD is a form of chronic and severe heartburn that also leads to coughing, wheezing, nausea, painful swallowing, and vomiting. 2 ﻿
Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE): This is a chronic immune or allergic reaction of the esophagus, in which white blood cells accumulate in the inner lining. This leads to inflammation, causing difficulties swallowing, decreased appetite, abdominal pain, and vomiting.