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Barrett's esophagus itself does not cause symptoms. The acid reflux that causes Barrett's esophagus results in symptoms of [[heartburn]]. | Barrett's esophagus itself does not cause symptoms. The acid reflux that causes Barrett's esophagus results in symptoms of [[heartburn]]. | ||
The change from normal to | The change from normal to premalignant cells that indicates Barrett's esophagus does not cause any particular symptoms. However, warning signs that should not be ignored include: | ||
* Frequent and longstanding [[heartburn]] | * Frequent and longstanding [[heartburn]] | ||
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Overview
History
Symptoms
Barrett's esophagus itself does not cause symptoms. The acid reflux that causes Barrett's esophagus results in symptoms of heartburn.
The change from normal to premalignant cells that indicates Barrett's esophagus does not cause any particular symptoms. However, warning signs that should not be ignored include:
- Frequent and longstanding heartburn
- Trouble swallowing (dysphagia)
- Vomiting blood
- Pain under the breastbone where the esophagus meets the stomach
- Unintentional weight loss because eating is painful