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Could heartburn damage my esophagus?
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Yes: It could make it swollen and irritated and cause long term changes that could lead to precancerous or cancerous lesions.
Answered 5/27/2017
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Yes: Heartburn occurs when acid from the stomach refluxs or splashes up into the esophagus (and sometimes the mouth or throat). Complications from GERDS could include development of esophagitis, or possible a peptic (esophageal) stricture. Barrett's esophagus can sometimes lead to esophageal cancer.
Answered 5/27/2017
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