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If egd done before nexium (esomeprazole) started- can gerd inflammation be over diagnosed as barretts? and can it get better after nexium (esomeprazole) is started regularly?
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Barretts: Barretts can be diagnosed whether you have been taking Nexium (esomeprazole) or not. Nexium (esomeprazole) can improve GERD and is indicated in patient's with Barretts.
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