Ask a Specialist: Barrett’s Esophagus

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Ask a Specialist: Barrett’s Esophagus

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7 жыл бұрын

Ask a Specialist: Barrett’s Esophagus

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@Abdulla_silks 2 жыл бұрын

Was diagnosed with Barrett’s 3 weeks ago after an endoscopy. I had the scope due to persistent nausea. Never really had acid reflux or heartburn. Took 6 biopsies, and they showed widespread Barrett’s, mild inflammation but nothing sinister. High PPI, re-scope in 2 years and just be careful with the diet. The worst bit was the scope itself, wasn’t pleasant even with sedation and I still feel like I’ve been punched in the windpipe but that can happen. I always say now I’m not glad I have Barrett’s but I’m glad I know I have it. It can be monitored and my consultant even said he has seen cases reverse so keep positive if you have been diagnosed.

@ELchambelan Жыл бұрын

Thank you Tony. I just got diagnosed yesterday but my Dr. Wants to repeat it because another doctor did the endoscopy. Is there a way I can connect with you to chat about it?

@debbiec6216 6 ай бұрын

@@Abdulla_silks Hello Tony, I hope you are doing well . Can I ask you a question , this is very important to me. I have GERD / Acid Reflux , and Erosion Esophagus , can Esophagus Heal on it's own ?? What could I do to avoid it ??? Anyone who has Acid Reflux , does that mean they will get Barrett's Disease ??? I been to several G.I. and not one of them explained anything to me . Thank you .

@Abdulla_silks 6 ай бұрын

@@debbiec6216hey Debbie. Try and reduce acid intake like fizzy drinks, spicy foods etc. I also bought alkaline water which helps to neutralise the acid in your stomach that is coming up and damaging your oesophagus. Most important thing for me was getting prescribed lanzoprozole or you can get other ppi medication which suppresses the acid in your stomach. My Barrett’s has actually improved since my first post so stay positive. Hope this helps.

@usmanzafar8573 2 ай бұрын

@@debbiec6216 get it checked out. Quit everything that causes it and have PPI for few months. Ask dr for a camera check

@dipsydoodle7988 4 ай бұрын

I need to find myself a new GI because apparently whatever this supposed "surveillance" is, it isn't happening through my doctor. They say it's pre cancerous in one breath and tell you see ya in 3 years in the next.

@debbiec6216 6 ай бұрын

She mentioned this 0:48 Male / Caucasian to have Barrett's Disease . Celebrity sister had died from Esophageal Cancer , Toni Braxton sister Traci Braxton end up having Esophageal Cancer ? It makes it sound like Women chances are better ??? I have GERD , Hiatal Henia , Can Erosion Esophagus be Healed ??? Thank you !!!

@georgemphande9643 Жыл бұрын

A year ago I was diagnosed with gase reflux gerd now am experiencing with a chest pain can it be Barrett esophagus.

@georgemphande9643 Жыл бұрын

And how is the pain for esophagus.

@dipsydoodle7988 4 ай бұрын

So apparently, I've had chronic GERD, AND Barrets esophagus. Can't say I've ever had pain or discomfort, bot even heartburn. Didn't know I had a hernia either.