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Can silent reflux cause a difficulty of swallowing for 4 weeks especially solid foods?

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Reflux: Absolutely. Reflux means that gastric acid is coming up the esophagus and that can seriously irritate the mucosal lining and cause edema (swelling). You probably should have an EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) where a scope is inserted via the mouth to take a a look/biopsy of the esophagus and stomach..

Dr Harte and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/20/2014

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