Chrico Achalasia - Diagnosed two days ago

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I'm so glad I found this group.

I was diagnosed with chrico achalasia last week by my ear nose and

throat specialist. It seems as though I had it detected early after

only 1 year of symptoms. My doctor said Chrico Achalasia is the

tightening of the upper esophogus and is caused by chronic acid

reflux.

My symptons are mild, just a lump in my throat when i swallow, and a

little bit of pain in my chest. I'm wondering if my diagnosis is

similar to those who have regular achalasia. Do these symptoms sound

similar to regular achalasia?

I'm not having trouble swallowing and holding foods down, I've never

re-gurgitated food before. My doctor also says the symptoms will go

away after 6 months if I do the following:

-take acephix 30 minutes prior to dinner

-don't lay down for 4 hours after eating

-elevate the head of my bed 4 inches

Any information/experiences on the above would be great.