Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, is one such symptom that can be particularly alarming. Here’s what you can do if you ...

Over time, stomach acids can erode (damage) the esophageal tissues and cause ulcers (sores). Symptoms like difficulty swallowing and chest pain are common with erosive esophagitis. It's estimated ...

Background and Aims: The incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma has increased significantly. Barrett's esophagus (BE), a known precursor, has a high prevalence but only few patients with this ...

Barrett's esophagus is a premalignant condition that predisposes to the development of esophageal adenocarcinoma. The carcinogenetic process of Barrett's mucosa progresses through increasing ...