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Stenosis Of Esophagus
Health Encyclopedia: Esophageal Stricture Benign
Benign esophageal stricture is a narrowing of the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach) that causes swallowing difficulties.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Esophageal stricture can be caused by:
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Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) - Long-term use of a nasogastric (NG) tube (tube thru the nose into the stomach)
- Swallowing corrosive substances
- Infection by bacteria or a virus
- Treatment of
esophageal varices - Injuries cau...
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Health Guide
Esophageal stricture: benign
Difficulty swallowing Pain with swallowing Unintentional weight loss Regurgitation of food Signs and tests ... Read more »Acid Reflux Complications: Symptoms & Erosive Esophagitis
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