Question 1

is barretts esophagus considered an inflamatory condition? would having barrets with no displasia make crp level high?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is Inflammato: It is a type of chronic inflammation caused by chronic irritation. I suppose it can cause the CRP to go up. I would not have done CRP test as it is not a test that helps, yet it can create a lot of anxiety!

Question 2

barrett's esophogus halo abulat. could you please let me know what a soft diet after a halo ablation could consist of and foods i might want to avoid?

Accepted Answer

Dietaccording to your gastroenterologist.: The halo procedure is a fairly new method of treating barrett's esophagus. Usually patients are placed on a liquid diet for the first 24 hours afterwards, for example broths, shakes, and gatorade. For the following week after that, the patient is usually placed on a soft diet. You should avoid hard solid foods which could scratch or irritate the lower esophagus. Your gastroenterologist should give you detailed instructions on what kind of foods are safe to eat after the procedure.

Question 3

husband was diagnosed with barrett's esophagus. was told not to eat spicy or citrus foods. he eats ketchup on everything at every meal. problem?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The nih have identified tomatoes, tomato products and citrus fruits as major offenders. Avoid oranges, grapefruits, lemons, limes, pineapples, tomatoes, tomato sauce, salsa, chili, pizza, chocolate, garlic and onions, broccoli, coffee, alcohol. Also loose weight to a bmi of less than 28, avoid tight cloths, try eating 6 smaller meals a day. Good luck.

Question 4

i have la grade b esophagitis. is it possible that barretts esophagus is hidden? also, what should i eat? should i stick to no fatty food, chocolate, typical gerd diet? will i have this forever? could forceful vomit session have given me this?

Accepted Answer

: Repeated vomiting is one of the causes of esophagitis. The commonest cause is GERD. Stopping vomiting &amp; managing GERD will help heal your esophagitis. Abstaining from alcohol,aspirins,meds like advil&amp; aleve,avoiding excess caffeine are all important. Your gastroscopy didn't reveal Barretts. Your esophagitis won't be permanent. Follow your gastroenterologist's instructions.

Question 5

what can i do or avoid to stop barrett's esophegus getting any worse?

Accepted Answer

Barrett's: Most doctors would recommend a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) such as omeprazole to block the acid production. I would consult a gastroenterologist.

Question 6

i had a endoscopy yesterday to check my barretts esophagus. they said my results were good and barretts was undetectable on the endoscopy. can barretts esophagus heal up? she told me to keep the same meds and recheck in a year . thanks?

Accepted Answer

: I find mixed messages as to Barrett's esophagus healing with only medical treatment and diet. Nevertheless it can recur so rechecking in a year or so is reasonable advice.

Question 7

what is barrett's esophagus?

Accepted Answer

Precancerous entity: Barrett's esophagus occurs when metaplastic columnar epithelium (that predisposes to cancer development) replaces the normal tissue of the esophagus.

Question 8

what are the tests for barrett's esophagus?

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Endoscopy: An endoscopy and biopsy is needed to assess the barrett's and decide if there are precancerous cells that require more aggressive therapy.

Question 9

how is barrett's esophagus typically treated?

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Anti reflux Rx: Be is a complication of chronic reflux; may be painless. Cells in lower esophagus look like intestinal cells, would be ok if they weren't esoph. Cells; less resistant to chemical onslaught.  Pre-cancerous.  1% of barrett's pts. May develop adeno (gland) ca of esoph.  Rx with aggressive med rx, ppi twice a day, and follow up endoscopy to check for "dysplasia"-more cancer-like;  can remove by scope.

Question 10

describe the features of barrett's esophagus.?

Accepted Answer

Change in lining: Barrett's esophagus is when there is irritation to the area between the esophagus and stomach, causing the cells there to change from one form to another. The reason this is important is because the changed cells have a relatively high (compared to normal people) chance to progress to cancer. You would need endoscopy to find and treat this condition.

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Is barretts esophagus considered an inflamatory condition? would having barrets with no displasia make crp level high?

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Barrett's esophogus halo abulat. could you please let me know what a soft diet after a halo ablation could consist of and foods i might want to avoid?

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Husband was diagnosed with barrett's esophagus. was told not to eat spicy or citrus foods. he eats ketchup on everything at every meal. problem?

A member asked:

I have la grade b esophagitis. is it possible that barretts esophagus is hidden? also, what should i eat? should i stick to no fatty food, chocolate, typical gerd diet? will i have this forever? could forceful vomit session have given me this?

A member asked:

What can i do or avoid to stop barrett's esophegus getting any worse?

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I had a endoscopy yesterday to check my barretts esophagus. they said my results were good and barretts was undetectable on the endoscopy. can barretts esophagus heal up? she told me to keep the same meds and recheck in a year . thanks?

A member asked:

What is barrett's esophagus?

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What are the tests for barrett's esophagus?

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How is barrett's esophagus typically treated?

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Describe the features of barrett's esophagus.?

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