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Modified barium swallow slp said all food went down but esophagus wasn't closing all the way and looked like an air bubble was there? what does mean?
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Barium swallow: Limited details given, but it is normal to see air bubbles during the barium swallow. The only place the esophagus needs to close all the way is at the lower esophageal sphincter at the entrance to the stomch. If it is not closing normally, it may mean you are prone to gastroesophageal reflux.
Answered 4/25/2015
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