Not being able to eruption, a disorder that limits the quality of life

The otolaryngologist Raimundo Gutiérrez Fonsecaof the International Ruber Habana Medical Center, has warned of the limitations caused by the Retrograde Cricopharyngeal Dysfunctiona little known disorder that prevents eruption.

“It is a very concrete problem, but at the same time very limiting for the patient. Who suffers it feels that something does not work well in his body, but many times he does not know that there is a diagnosis and, more importantly, a treatment,” Gutierrez said.

Symptoms to take into account

Among the most common symptoms are: Total or very limited impossibility to eruption, neck or chest pressure, bubbling noises In the throat, chest pain that is not related to the heart, a feeling of swelling constant, Difficulty breathingneed sigh repeatedly and discomfort when speaking or singing.

Due to the variety of symptoms, this disorder is often confused with digestive, anxiety or psychosomatic problems. Ignorance about dysfunction makes many people spend years without receiving a clear diagnosis.

Therefore, the specialist has called for visible this pathology. “Although it may sound anecdotal, not being able to eruption conditions the lives of people who suffer,” he said, specifying that patients usually suffer anxiety, Social isolation and discomfort in meetings and meals with friends.

Treatment options

There are therapeutic options to treat this disorder. In the milder cases, changes in the diet either Postural maneuvers. In the most complex cases, otolaryngology has Advanced treatments capable of restoring the normal function of Higher esophageal sphincter.

“The diagnosis is made in consultation with a specialized otolaryngological exploration, and in some cases studies are supported that allow to assess the functioning of the sphincter. From there, we design a Personalized strategy for each patientdepending on the severity of its symptoms and its anatomy, “Gutiérrez explained.

The expert advises that anyone with the aforementioned symptoms consult a specialist, with the aim of Identify the problem on time and put solution with the available options, which can Avoid years of discomfort.