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What's a good way to aid a scratched esophagus?

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Dr. You Sung Sang answered

Give it time to heal: Eat soft foods, take some over the counter antacids.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 12/29/2015

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A member asked:

What's a good way to aid a scratched esophagus?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. You Sung Sang answered

Dr Ali agreed

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