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Barrett's esophagus

Barrett's esophagus

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A condition in which the lower portion of the tube that connects the mouth and stomach (the esophagus) is damaged by recurring stomach acid reflux.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

Is a type of:

Esophageal disorders

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common
Baby
0-2
Rare
Toddler
3-5
Rare
Preteen
6-13
Teenager
14-18
Young adult
19-40
Very common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common
Senior
60+
Very common

Body locations

Neck (front), Chest

Symptoms

Cough
Heartburn
Stomach upset
Regurgitation of food or liquid
Difficulty swallowing
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Procedures

Ratings show how effective doctors think these procedures are at treating Barrett's esophagus

Surgery

Endoscopic resection or ablation
Esophagectomy

Risk factors

Personal

Cigarette smoking

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