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Dr said inflammation on egd was "over read" by pathologist as barrett's- on 40mg nexium (esomeprazole) 2x day, chance of esophageal cancer? 31 yo, pics attached
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Strange: Why did the doctor order an EGD? Did he bother to take a history and do a physical exam first? Why did you go to the doctor? Do you have difficulty swallowing or dyspepsia? Why are you taking Nexium (esomeprazole)? I have NEVER heard of 31 y.o. with Barrett's or esophageal cancer. Doctor's don't get paid to think. They get paid to DO THINGS to patients, such as EGD's. You should ask the doctor some questions.
Answered 11/7/2015
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