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4 weeks ago i had a colonoscopy and upper scope. all was clear except some early barrettes. directly after i experienced bad stomach cramps from the air that was used. i had very controlled acid reflux prior but after these procedures i have bad sore thro

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Problem is GERDs: Having cramps from air instilled in colon for colonoscopy is not uncommon. Upper GI scoping will not cause sore throat. More likely the Barretts is from reflux esophagitis and the acid reflux is a result of the reflux problem. Use of omeprazole may help symptoms

Answered 12/20/2015

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Possible : Infection or from the biopsy site.Talk to the endoscopist or your GI doctor

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