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In reply to the discussion: Xrays normal. I'm torn [View all]

NNadir

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5. Been there, done that.
Mon Jun 3, 2024, 04:18 PM
Jun 2024

After extensive scans including catheter visualization and biopsies, I was told there was nothing there. The GI guy said "take ompeprazole" which I do.

I have a family history of esophagus cancer, resulting from Barrett's esophagus, a genetic predisposition. Unlike my father and uncle, whose initial cancers were esophageal, I don't smoke. Smoking can trigger the genetic disposition.

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