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Have you had an upper endoscopy/ EGD?
An upper endoscopy, also referred to as an EGD is a diagnostic test to see if an individual has acid reflux/ Gerd. The link below reviews the basics of this diagnostic test: https://www.healthline.com/health/gerd-endoscopy#treatment
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I've had several. Next one in April. My acid reflux is under control with medication--eating well and periodic endoscopies. In the past I've developed Barrett's Esophagus and had to have extra treatment. I quit smoking 7 years ago today and my symptoms significantly improved--Who Knew??😀👍
I've had several. Next one in April. My acid reflux is under control with medication--eating well and periodic endoscopies. In the past I've developed Barrett's Esophagus and had to have extra treatment. I quit smoking 7 years ago today and my symptoms significantly improved--Who Knew??😀👍
I've had several. Next one in April. My acid reflux is under control with medication--eating well and periodic endoscopies. In the past I've developed Barrett's Esophagus and had to have extra treatment. I quit smoking 7 years ago today and my symptoms significantly improved--Who Knew??😀👍
Das23,
So glad that you have your acid reflux under control. You have taken charge of your health and are succeeding! Congratulations 🎉
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Helli! Below is a more advanced article for those individuals who have had a negative EGD, but still have GERD symptoms. The article reviews other testing that is recommended to be done. https://scarysymptoms.com/2020/12/gerd-symptoms-but-your-upper-endoscopy-is-normal-why-is-this/
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