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44 yr old male diagnosed with barrets 2 yrs ago . just had 2nd endo which was normal. gi dr said i could wait 5 yrs for 3rd endo. is that too long?
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Doc Knows: I think the doctor probably knows what he is doing. I would follow his/her advice.
Answered 2/16/2013
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