What other symptoms might occur with esophagus symptoms?
Esophagus symptoms may accompany other symptoms, which vary depending on the underlying disease, disorder or condition. Symptoms that frequently affect the esophagus and associated digestive organs may also involve other body systems.
Gastrointestinal symptoms that may occur along with esophagus symptoms
Esophagus symptoms may accompany other symptoms affecting the digestive system including:
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Abdominal pain
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Abdominal swelling, distension or bloating
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Bad breath
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Belching
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Burning feeling in the chest or stomach
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Change in bowel habits
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Constipation
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Diarrhea
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Flatulence
Other symptoms that may occur along with esophagus symptoms
Esophagus symptoms may accompany other symptoms including:
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Cold sores
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Fever and chills
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Nausea with or without vomiting
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White patches in your mouth and on your tongue
Serious symptoms that might indicate a life-threatening condition
In some cases, esophagus symptoms can be a sign of a serious condition. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) if you, or someone you are with, have any of these life-threatening symptoms including:
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Changes in speech or slurred speech
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Chest pain, chest tightness, chest pressure, palpitations
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Radiating pain down your shoulder and arm
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Respiratory or breathing problems such as shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, labored breathing, wheezing, not breathing, or choking
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Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the body
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Vomiting blood or black material (resembling coffee grounds)
INTRODUCTION
What are the signs of esophagus problems?
Esophagus symptoms include pain or a burning feeling in the throat or chest, and belching. They commonly result from overeating, drinking alcohol while eating, or consuming greasy or spicy foods. Esophagus symptoms can also result from inflammation, infection, or dysfunction in the stomach or esophagus itself. Impaire...
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CAUSES
What causes esophagus symptoms?
Esophagus symptoms have many possible causes. Most commonly, esophagus symptoms are the result of overeating, drinking alcohol while eating, or consuming greasy or spicy foods. Esophagus symptoms can be caused by digestive conditions such as acid reflux or lactose intolerance. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is another possible cause of esophagus symptoms. Inflammatory diseases or cancers affecting the gallbladder, pancreas or stomach may also result in esophagus symptoms. Other causes of esophagus symptoms include herpes and Candida infections. In rare cases, esophagus symptoms can be a sign of a cardiovascular problem such as a heart attack or
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