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I recently had an esophaectomy.....i was advised i would no longer suffer with acid reflux. i still suffer..... is this uncommon?

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Dr. Marlis Gonzalez fernandez answered

Different: Technically you cannot have gastroesphageal reflux as the esophagus was removed. It is likely that you are experiencing symptoms from the stomach being brought up after removing the esophagus. The acid of the stomach can still reach the upper throat (pharynx) and may cause symptoms including the feeling of swallowing difficulties.

Answered 4/29/2013

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A member asked:

I recently had an esophaectomy.....i was advised i would no longer suffer with acid reflux. i still suffer..... is this uncommon?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marlis Gonzalez fernandez answered

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