Esophageal Diverticulum

Esophageal Diverticulum is a pocket-like structure that protrudes outward in a weak spot of the esophagus lining between the mouth and the stomach. There are three types of diverticula: Zenker’s, Midthoracic, and Epiphrenic. Read more about these types in the PDF linked below. Most cases don’t need to be medically treated, unless it gets inflamed or infected.

Symptoms:

• Dysphagia
• Pulmonary aspiration
• Aspiration pneumonia
• Regurgitation of swallowed food and saliva
• Trouble swallowing
• Heartburn
• Hoarse voice
• Pain when swallowing
• Cough
• Neck pain
• Chest pain
• Weight loss
• Bad breath (halitosis)

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