Healthy Living: Trouble Swallowing

People diagnosed with Achalasia have lost the ability to swallow.

Sometimes patients mistake it for acid reflux, but it’s actually a rare condition that affects the esophagus. It’s far more serious than heartburn, acid reflux, and GERD—and can lead to death.

But a new, less invasive technique is making it possible for patients to swallow again. Healthy Living has the details.