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A 59-year-old member asked:
I had an endoscopy 2 years ago. on nexium (esomeprazole). should i get a new endoscopy to see if there is any change?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Gregg Albersanswered
Addiction Medicine 43 years experience
Depends: It depends on what was found. Call your gastroenterologist to review your chart and make a determination on when you should have a follow-up endoscopy.
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Dr. Sahba Ferdowsi commented
General Practice 20 years experience
great answer. Wishing you'all the best.
Feb 9, 2012
Dr. John Edmisonanswered
Gastroenterology 21 years experience
No: It is not recommended to have upper endoscopy just to "look and see", especially if you had one 2 years ago. If you are having symptoms then discuss the matter with your gastroenterologist. If you have barrett's esophagus then there are guidelines regarding the timing of surveillance. Again something your gastroenterologist can help you with.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2013
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