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Barium swallow revealed food did not pass as smoothly to stomach as it should, that's it. what could that mean my manometry might reveal? i'm 20.

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Barium Swallow: Looks at your esophagus and not your breasts. I am not sure of the reason for abnormal passage of the barium. Ask your doctor for an explanation and good luck with your mammogram. All the best.

Answered 6/26/2015

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