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A member asked:
Can the esophagus be so inflamed it's dangerous to get a biopsy? how else can you rule out cancer?
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This is extremely unlikely. It's far more dangerous to not do a biopsy if recommended either to confirm inflammation (esophagitis) or to rule out cancer. If you have seen a gastroenterologist, you can trust her advice on this. Good luck.
Answered 9/19/2022
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Biopsy is always required for diagnosing esophageal cancer, no other alternative method. Yes, during EGD an inflamed esophagus can/should be biopsied if suspected lesion is observed for ruling out malignant disease.
Answered 9/19/2022
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