Achalasia Introduction to this disorder, with symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, risks and the prognosis. http://www.ssat.com/guidelines/achalasia.htm

Seattle Barrett's Esophagus Program A look at this disease called Barrett's Esophagus, its symptoms and possible complications. A lot to read at this site. http://www.fhcrc.org/science/phs/barretts/

Barrett's Esophagus Information and patient education material on this disease. Causes, diagnosis, symptoms, treatment, tips and the future are all discussed. http://www.gicare.com/pated/ecdgs40.htm

Barrett's Esophagus An explanation of this disease and who is at risk, causes, symptoms, diagnosis and prognosis are discussed. http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health/digest/summary/barretts/barretts.htm

Barrett's Esophagus This is a condition that develops in some people who have chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or inflammation of the esophagus (esophagitis). Information provided by the National Institutes of Health. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/956611848.html

Diagnosis Health Information and discussion concerning non-obstructive esophageal dysphagia or difficulty swallowing without actual narrowing or stricture of esophagus. http://www.diagnosishealth.com/swallowing.htm

Achalasia - Overview Adam.com defines this disorder and gives its causes, incidense and risk factors. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000267.htm

Bleeding Esophageal Varices - Overview Adam.com looks at this disorder and gives a definition, its causes, incidence and risk factors. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000268.htm

Pre-Achalasia Spastic Esophagus and Stomach Problems Personal site from a patient with this condition. http://hometown.aol.com/kma650/myhomepage/index.html

Disorders of Esophagus More Common In Older Adults Article about the relationship between esophageal disease and age. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/1010766575.html

Swallowing Disorders - University of Chicago Information about various swallowing disorders for patients, physicians and other medical professionals. http://gi.bsd.uchicago.edu/diseases/other/swallowdisord.html

eMedicine: Infective Esophagitis Offers a physician's report on this esophagus condition caused by candida or herpes simplex virus infection, HIV, and certain medications. Includes a section on pill, chemotherapy, and radiation-induced esophagitis. http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic735.htm

British Liver Trust Charity addressing adult liver disease. Range of information on all types of liver disease. http://www.britishlivertrust.org.uk