digestive system-pathology-pharynx and esophagus

Question 1

Enlarged and swollen varicose veins in lower end of the esophagus; often related to liver disease

Answer 1

Esophageal varices

Question 2

Acid from the stomach flows backwards up into the esophagus, causing inflammation and pain

Answer 2

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Question 3

paralysis of the throat muscle

Answer 3

Pharyngoplegia