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When bitter taste is gone after taking grade 2 esophagitis treatment,if feel bitter taste in mouth means esophagitis is not healed yet,how to test?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Taste test: the bitter taste in your mouth is an indication that you still have esophagitis. See a gastroenterologist He may want to do an esophagram or take a biopsy to see if your condition is still present

Dr Minich and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/14/2018

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A member asked:

When bitter taste is gone after taking grade 2 esophagitis treatment,if feel bitter taste in mouth means esophagitis is not healed yet,how to test?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Minich and 2 doctors agreed

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