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21 years old. everyday alcohol, ciggerete abuse for nearly 7 years. severe acid reflux for 2 years. could i have already developed esophageal cancer?
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Need for evaluation: It is unlikely that you have esophageal cancer, but you may have ulcerations in your esophagus. Have you quit alcohol and tobacco? How much do you weigh? if you are overweight, that would make reflux worse, It would be prudent for you to consult a GI doctor for esophagitis and advice about nutrition.
Answered 1/23/2015
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