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A member asked:

Can one have les damage from the upper endoscopy? i have terrible pyrosis since the procedure, didn't have it before. thank you so much.

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Dr. Louise Andrew answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Yes, possibly: YOu should ask this question specifically of the physician who did the procedure, and if your concerns are disregarded, ask for an alternative explanation and treatment.

Answered 12/13/2016

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