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Achalasia Home Care
Home care for achalasia includes:
  • Avoid alcohol.
  • Avoid caffeine. Images
  • Avoid swallowing large pills.
  • Drink plenty of water while eating.
  • Drink a glass of water after eating.
  • Eat 5 small meals per day, rather than 3 large meals.
  • Eat soft food.
  • Chew your food completely.
  • Take prescribed medications as directed.
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Last Updated: Aug 30, 2007  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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