Esophagism

/ˌɛsəˈfædʒɪzəm/ noun

Definition

A condition or spasm affecting the esophagus, related to abnormal muscular contractions.

Etymology

From Greek 'esophagos' (esophagus) plus '-ism' (condition or state), a medical suffix indicating a disease or abnormal state affecting a body part.

Kelly Says

Esophagism overlaps with esophagospasm, but the '-ism' suffix suggests a chronic condition rather than just temporary muscle contractions.

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