Dysphagia Symptoms
Health Encyclopedia: Plummer Vinson Syndrome/Esophageal Web
Paterson-Kelly syndrome; Sideropenic dysphagia
Symptoms
- Difficulty swallowing
- Weakness
Signs and tests
Some patients develop skin and nail abnormalities that can be identified by a doctor during an examination.
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