Title: Esophageal Scleroderma Overview
Headings: Scleroderma of the Esophagus
Scleroderma of the Esophagus
Symptoms of Esophageal Scleroderma
Esophageal Scleroma Diagnosis
Treatment of Scleroderma of the Esophagus

Content: Esophageal Scleroma Diagnosis
Your doctor would perform the following tests: Endoscopy
Signs: abnormality in the tone and function of the smooth muscle in the lower esophagus and damage in its lining due to acid reflux. Manometry
Signs: weakened contractions in the lower sphincter of the esophagus. Radionuclide transit test
Treatment of Scleroderma of the Esophagus
There is no cure for systemic scleroderma – instead, the treatment focus is to reduce the risks of acid reflux from damaging the esophagus: Eating small meals frequently, rather than a single large meal. Standing or sitting up for 1 to 3 hours after eating to keep stomach content and stomach acid from backing up into the esophagus. Avoiding things that can aggravate acid reflux, such as eating spicy and fatty food, as well as drinking alcohol and caffeine. Chewing food well
Taking heartburn medications, including proton pump inhibitors to reduce stomach acid formation.