Esophageal Ring Syndrome

Esophageal Ring Syndrome is a combination of chest pain, heartburn, belching, vomiting (with blood) and hidden esophageal bleeding. These symptoms are caused by gastroesophageal reflux due to a hiatal hernia.

With a hiatal hernia, the normal closure mechanism between the esophagus and stomach is disrupted. As a result, the contents of the stomach (acid, food masses) enter the esophagus and cause inflammation of its mucous membrane. This inflammation is manifested by pain in the chest (heartburn), belching of sour foods, and vomiting mixed with blood. If the disease lasts for a long time, Barrett's esophagus may develop and the risk of esophageal cancer may increase.

Antiulcer drugs, prokinetics, and antacids are used to treat Esophageal Ring Syndrome. If drug therapy is ineffective, surgery may be required - fundoplication. The prognosis with timely diagnosis and adequate treatment is favorable.

Esophageal ring syndrome is a complex of symptoms that are associated with pathology of the esophagus and stomach. It occurs when gastroesophageal reflux is disturbed and is accompanied by a large number of unpleasant sensations, such as heartburn, chest pain, belching or even vomiting with blood. It can also lead to hidden esophageal bleeding and other health problems.

The causes of esophageal ring syndrome can be different, but most often it occurs in people suffering from a hiatal hernia in the diaphragm. This causes part of the stomach to flow into the chest and irritate the lining of the esophagus. As a result, disturbances in the functioning of the esophagus occur, and the same symptoms as mentioned above occur.

Treatment of esophageal ring syndrome begins with eliminating the cause of its occurrence - eliminating the hiatal hernia. This is followed by the prescription of medications that will reduce the acidity of gastric juice and improve the functioning of the esophagus and intestines. A special diet is also recommended, which excludes fatty, spicy and salty foods, as well as carbonated drinks.

In addition, it is important to monitor your health and not ignore symptoms such as heartburn, chest pain or vomiting. The sooner you see a doctor