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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Odynophagia | |||
| synonyms = Painful swallowing | |||
| field = [[Gastroenterology]], [[Otolaryngology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]] during [[swallowing]] | |||
| complications = [[Malnutrition]], [[dehydration]] | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Varies depending on cause | |||
| causes = [[Infection]], [[esophagitis]], [[tumors]], [[foreign body]] | |||
| risks = [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease|GERD]], [[immunosuppression]], [[smoking]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Endoscopy]], [[barium swallow]], [[esophageal manometry]] | |||
| differential = [[Dysphagia]], [[Globus pharyngis]], [[Esophageal spasm]] | |||
| treatment = Depends on underlying cause; may include [[antibiotics]], [[proton pump inhibitors]], [[surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Analgesics]], [[antacids]], [[antifungal]]s | |||
| frequency = Common in individuals with [[GERD]] or [[esophageal infections]] | |||
| prognosis = Good with appropriate treatment | |||
}} | |||
'''Odynophagia''' is a medical term that refers to pain when swallowing. This condition can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[throat infections]], [[gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)]], and certain types of [[cancer]]. Odynophagia is often associated with other symptoms, such as [[fever]], [[weight loss]], and [[difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)]]. Treatment for odynophagia depends on the underlying cause and may include medication, lifestyle changes, or surgery. | '''Odynophagia''' is a medical term that refers to pain when swallowing. This condition can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[throat infections]], [[gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)]], and certain types of [[cancer]]. Odynophagia is often associated with other symptoms, such as [[fever]], [[weight loss]], and [[difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)]]. Treatment for odynophagia depends on the underlying cause and may include medication, lifestyle changes, or surgery. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Odynophagia can be caused by a variety of conditions, including: | Odynophagia can be caused by a variety of conditions, including: | ||
* [[Throat infections]]: These can cause inflammation and pain in the throat, making swallowing painful. | * [[Throat infections]]: These can cause inflammation and pain in the throat, making swallowing painful. | ||
* [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)]]: This condition, in which stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, can cause pain and discomfort when swallowing. | * [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)]]: This condition, in which stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, can cause pain and discomfort when swallowing. | ||
* [[Cancer]]: Certain types of cancer, including esophageal and throat cancer, can cause odynophagia. | * [[Cancer]]: Certain types of cancer, including esophageal and throat cancer, can cause odynophagia. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
In addition to pain when swallowing, odynophagia can be associated with other symptoms, including: | In addition to pain when swallowing, odynophagia can be associated with other symptoms, including: | ||
* [[Fever]] | * [[Fever]] | ||
* [[Weight loss]] | * [[Weight loss]] | ||
* [[Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)]] | * [[Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)]] | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for odynophagia depends on the underlying cause. Options may include: | Treatment for odynophagia depends on the underlying cause. Options may include: | ||
* [[Medication]]: This can include pain relievers, antibiotics for infections, or medication to manage GERD. | * [[Medication]]: This can include pain relievers, antibiotics for infections, or medication to manage GERD. | ||
* [[Lifestyle changes]]: These can include dietary changes, quitting smoking, or avoiding certain foods or drinks that can irritate the throat. | * [[Lifestyle changes]]: These can include dietary changes, quitting smoking, or avoiding certain foods or drinks that can irritate the throat. | ||
* [[Surgery]]: In some cases, surgery may be necessary to treat the underlying cause of odynophagia. | * [[Surgery]]: In some cases, surgery may be necessary to treat the underlying cause of odynophagia. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Dysphagia]] | * [[Dysphagia]] | ||
* [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)]] | * [[Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)]] | ||
* [[Throat infections]] | * [[Throat infections]] | ||
[[Category:Medical terms]] | [[Category:Medical terms]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms]] | [[Category:Symptoms]] | ||
[[Category:Digestive system]] | [[Category:Digestive system]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 01:31, 4 April 2025
| Odynophagia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Painful swallowing |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain during swallowing |
| Complications | Malnutrition, dehydration |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies depending on cause |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Infection, esophagitis, tumors, foreign body |
| Risks | GERD, immunosuppression, smoking |
| Diagnosis | Endoscopy, barium swallow, esophageal manometry |
| Differential diagnosis | Dysphagia, Globus pharyngis, Esophageal spasm |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Depends on underlying cause; may include antibiotics, proton pump inhibitors, surgery |
| Medication | Analgesics, antacids, antifungals |
| Prognosis | Good with appropriate treatment |
| Frequency | Common in individuals with GERD or esophageal infections |
| Deaths | N/A |
Odynophagia is a medical term that refers to pain when swallowing. This condition can be caused by a variety of factors, including throat infections, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and certain types of cancer. Odynophagia is often associated with other symptoms, such as fever, weight loss, and difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). Treatment for odynophagia depends on the underlying cause and may include medication, lifestyle changes, or surgery.
Causes[edit]
Odynophagia can be caused by a variety of conditions, including:
- Throat infections: These can cause inflammation and pain in the throat, making swallowing painful.
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): This condition, in which stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, can cause pain and discomfort when swallowing.
- Cancer: Certain types of cancer, including esophageal and throat cancer, can cause odynophagia.
Symptoms[edit]
In addition to pain when swallowing, odynophagia can be associated with other symptoms, including:
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for odynophagia depends on the underlying cause. Options may include:
- Medication: This can include pain relievers, antibiotics for infections, or medication to manage GERD.
- Lifestyle changes: These can include dietary changes, quitting smoking, or avoiding certain foods or drinks that can irritate the throat.
- Surgery: In some cases, surgery may be necessary to treat the underlying cause of odynophagia.
