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How Can A Collapsed Esophagus Be Treated?
I have recently had a CT scan of the lungs. One of the items named in the report was collapsed esophanus . I am currently being treated for Gerd, taking Prilosec. What would be the cause or condition of a collapsed esopohagus, and what would be a resolution and possible return to good health of same?
Wed, 14 Nov 2018
Hello,
Consult a gastro surgeon and get evaluated.
You might require a corrective surgery.
An endoscopy is also required for further assessment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
Consult a gastro surgeon and get evaluated.
You might require a corrective surgery.
An endoscopy is also required for further assessment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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