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If untreated, esophagitis may cause severe discomfort, and eventual scarring (stricture) of the esophagus. This can cause difficulty swallowing food or medications. | If untreated, esophagitis may cause severe discomfort, and eventual scarring (stricture) of the esophagus. This can cause difficulty swallowing food or medications. | ||
A condition called [[Barrett's esophagus]] can develop after years of gastroesophageal reflux. Rarely, Barrett's esophagus may lead to cancer of the esophagus. | A condition called [[Barrett's esophagus]] can develop after years of gastroesophageal reflux. Rarely, Barrett's esophagus may lead to [[cancer of the esophagus]]. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The disorders that cause esophagitis usually respond to treatment. | The disorders that cause esophagitis usually respond to treatment. | ||
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Complications
If untreated, esophagitis may cause severe discomfort, and eventual scarring (stricture) of the esophagus. This can cause difficulty swallowing food or medications.
A condition called Barrett's esophagus can develop after years of gastroesophageal reflux. Rarely, Barrett's esophagus may lead to cancer of the esophagus.
Prognosis
The disorders that cause esophagitis usually respond to treatment.