Diseases Associated with Peristalsis
Following are the problems brought on by problems in peristalsis:
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
GERD is a chronic digestive disease where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus more than twice a week. This can irritate and inflame the esophageal lining. A weakened lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the muscular valve between the esophagus and stomach, is a major contributor to GERD.
Hirschsprung Disease
Hirschsprung disease is a bowel disorder caused by a malfunctioning enteric nervous system (ENS) in the intestines. The ENS controls muscle movement (motility) in the gut, and its dysfunction disrupts peristalsis. This can lead to intestinal obstruction as food cannot pass through the affected area.
Dysphagia
Dysphagia is a medical term for difficulty swallowing. It can arise from various causes, including impaired esophageal peristalsis. People with dysphagia may experience a sensation of food getting stuck in their throat and require more effort or time to swallow.
Esophageal spasms
Esophageal spasms are involuntary contractions of the muscles in the esophagus. These spasms can cause difficulty swallowing and may lead to regurgitation (bringing food back up) in some cases.
Peristalsis
Peristalsis is the rhythmic contraction and relaxation of muscles that move food, fluids, or waste products through a tube-shaped organ in the body. Peristalsis movement is seen in the digestive system, small intestine, urinary system, and male reproductive system.
Understanding the peristalsis function helps learn one of the many body movements and helps diagnose and treat digestive issues like constipation or slow digestion. In this article, we will cover peristalsis in detail.
Table of Content
- Peristalsis Meaning
- What is Peristalsis in the Digestive System?
- Peristalsis in Oesophagus
- Peristalsis in Stomach
- Peristalsis in Small Intestines
- Peristalsis in Large Intestines
- Peristalsis in Urinary Tract
- Reverse Peristalsis
- Diseases Associated with Peristalsis
- Functions of Peristalsis