What are the complications of esophageal disorders?

What are the complications of esophageal disorders?

Without proper treatment, certain esophageal disorders like GERD and achalasia can increase your risk of esophageal cancer.

Regurgitation may cause food to go into your trachea (windpipe) and lungs. This problem (called aspiration) can lead to pneumonia and lung infections. Swallowing problems also make you more prone to malnutrition and dehydration.