Stomach Virus And Treatments
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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... You may take it with food or milk to minimize stomach upset. Take this medication as soon... Read more »
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...ibuprofen, naproxen) that may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Low-dose aspirin, as... Read more »
...ibuprofen, naproxen) which may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Low-dose aspirin, as... Read more »
...infection or liver disease such as: persistent stomach/abdominal pain extreme tiredness ... Read more »
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