People shouldn't smoke regardless of whether or not they have achalasia.
Achalasia is a very rare muscular disease that affects the esophagus, the passage you use to swallow food. The term Achalasia refers to the meaning "Failure to relax."
yes
Cardiospasm
The prognosis for people with achalasia is generally good with appropriate treatment. However, the condition is chronic and may require ongoing management. In some cases, complications such as esophageal strictures or aspiration pneumonia can occur.
Achalasia
In achalasia, which means "failure to relax," the esophageal sphincter remains contracted. Normal peristalsis is interrupted and food cannot enter the stomach
achalasia (absent or ineffective peristalsis)
Abnormal enlargement of the lower portion of the esophagus, as seen in patients with achalasia.
Achalasia
The medical term for the failure of the muscles of the lower esophagus to relax during swallowing is called achalasia. This condition can cause symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, chest pain, and regurgitation of food. Treatment options may include medications, dilation of the esophagus, or surgery.
My guess is no. Achalasia involves the esophogus and LES and not the stomach. It's thought to be caused by the degeneration of the nerve cells that normally signal the brain to relax the esophageal sphincter and so I don't think gastric banding would cause that.