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How is esophagitis typically diagnosed?

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Endoscopy: Though there are features seen in a ct scan and barium swallow which are suggestive of esophagitis, the only (and best way) to definitively make the diagnosis is with an endoscopy.

Answered 12/5/2014

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Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

History and tests: Proper history taking can lead the doctor to make the diagnosis. A diagnostic test EGD( Esophagogastroduodenoscopy) can also be done to make the diagnosis

Answered 8/11/2014

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