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Had bouts of acid reflux for years, and had an endoscopy done in 2014 (normal). symptoms have returned and remained for a week. is esophageal cancer?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Very unlikely: It is very unlikely in a 31 year old. It is much more likely a recurrence of the reflux. Try an over-the-counter med such as Prilosec and see if it helps.

Dr Ferguson agreed

Answered 8/7/2018

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Cancer: At 31 unlikely cancer, however best to check back with GI if still having problems.

Dr Hegab agreed

Answered 8/8/2018

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A member asked:

Had bouts of acid reflux for years, and had an endoscopy done in 2014 (normal). symptoms have returned and remained for a week. is esophageal cancer?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Dr Ferguson agreed

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Hegab agreed

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