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Is gerd associated with cancer?
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GERD and cancer: Sometimes. Gerd can be associated with cancer of the esophagus. If you have gerd it is very important to get good treatment in order to prevent diseases like cancer.
Answered 12/5/2011
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Reflux is: Associated with development of barret's transition from squamous to ntestinalization of the lower esophagus and cancer. Elimination of h pylorii decreases gastric cancer and malt risk, but reduce esophagus cancer. Eat healthy, drink less, maintain weight. Do not smoke.
Answered 4/5/2020
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