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I Have Eosinophilic Esophagitis And Had A Dilation Two Days
Question: I have Eosinophilic esophagitis and had a dilation two days ago. My doctor said I had split in my esophogas from the procedure and to stay on liquids for a few days. It is still hurting. Can you tell me more about this? I can%E2%80%99t find anything online
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you. I would like to have some more information before I can assist you.
1. How much dilatation was done? ( mm/Fr of dilators)
2. What symptoms you have now?
3. Was chest x-ray or CT scan of chest done?
4. Are you still in the hospital?
Regards,
Dr.R.K
Need more information
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you. I would like to have some more information before I can assist you.
1. How much dilatation was done? ( mm/Fr of dilators)
2. What symptoms you have now?
3. Was chest x-ray or CT scan of chest done?
4. Are you still in the hospital?
Regards,
Dr.R.K
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Kampana
I don’t know the size of the dilation. My doctor sent me home about an hour after the procedure and said I had a “split” in my esophagus and told me to only have liquids for a few days. I am still having a burning pain in my chest that’s worse when I drink anything. I am not in the hospital nor have I had a X-ray
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Hi,
Can you upload the complete report of Endoscopy procedure with images?
Regards,
Dr.R.K
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Hi,
Can you upload the complete report of Endoscopy procedure with images?
Regards,
Dr.R.K
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Kampana
I don’t have it. Can you tell me what a “split” is?
Brief Answer:
Answer given below
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
A "split" in the esophagus is tear/rupture/perforation in the esophagus. It can occur as a complication during esophageal dilatation procedure. Pain following the procedure is one of the symptoms. Chest xray or CT scan will help in confirming the diagnosis. Milder "split" will heal by itself. You probably had a mild "split".
Regards,
Dr.R.K
Answer given below
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
A "split" in the esophagus is tear/rupture/perforation in the esophagus. It can occur as a complication during esophageal dilatation procedure. Pain following the procedure is one of the symptoms. Chest xray or CT scan will help in confirming the diagnosis. Milder "split" will heal by itself. You probably had a mild "split".
Regards,
Dr.R.K
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