A member asked:

Gp wants a barium swallow to diagnosis my acid reflux. i'm afraid of getting a bowel obstruction/bad constipation. endoscopy a better option to dx?

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Dr. Alfred Parkhill Hand answered

They're right: Barium swallow is the best first study for diagnosing reflux. As long as you drink plenty of water you won't get constipated.

Dr Landi and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. John Bodell answered

EGD scoping: A barium swallow followed by water siphonage will demonstrate reflux. An egd will look for ulcers, cell changes, bacteria and tumors.

Dr Lydon and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/18/2013

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A member asked:

Gp wants a barium swallow to diagnosis my acid reflux. i'm afraid of getting a bowel obstruction/bad constipation. endoscopy a better option to dx?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Alfred Parkhill Hand answered

Dr Landi and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. John Bodell answered

Dr Lydon and another doctor agreed

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