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I have gerd, i am scared for getting esophageal cancer, are certain people more at risk?
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Yes: If you have had long standing gerd symptoms, your primary care physician should arrange for a screening endoscopy, or a look down your esophagus with a flexible camera to discover any dammage to the lining of your esophagus.
Answered 10/4/2016
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True, but...: While gerd can put you at higher risk, remember that overall esophageal cancer is an uncommon outcome of gerd!
Answered 7/8/2012
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Yes too: Agree with both drs back and cooke. You can check the following internet link for additional information on esophageal cancer and risk factors: http://www.Cancer.Net/cancer-types/esophageal-cancer/risk-factors.
Answered 9/28/2016
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