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Herpes Esophagitis



Herpetic esophagitis
Herpetic esophagitis
Upper gastrointestinal system
Upper gastrointestinal system


Herpes Esophagitis

Alternative Names:

Herpes esophagitis
Treatment:

The objective of treatment is to control the infection with antiviral medications, usually acyclovir. Pain medicine can also be given.


Expectations (prognosis):

Esophagitis can usually be treated effectively. The outcome depends upon the underlying immunodeficiency that makes the person more susceptible to the infection.


Complications:

Complications include recurrent infections.


Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you have any condition that may result in reduced immune response and symptoms of esophagitis herpes develop.




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