But what is, is. Maybe they’re being extra cautious..getting stressed w/o the facts is not gonna change things. Think positive and let us know how the both of you are doing. 🫶

Hang on.

I've had several esophageal dilations and biopsies due to a Schatzki ring and it was indeed nerve racking.
Sending positive vibes your way!
🙏

Hiatal hernia. That is what I had that caused the Barrett’s. Got to the point I was having heartburn from drinking water. Was taking lots of Tums. Like I said before that was 30 years ago.
Make sure he stays away from onions and garlic. It’s now over the counter, but Omeprazole is my life saver. Get some and have him take it every morning now. If I forget to take it, I know because I get heartburn by noon.
Hope this helps and I know everyone is
different.
In the meantime don’t make any spicy food and don’t eat after dinner time.
Helps to focus on what you can do, rather the unknown future.
Good luck.

But his diet will have to change.

nothing.

No, indeed