Symptoms & Signs
The infection or irritation may cause the tissues to become inflamed and occasionally form ulcers. Symptoms may include:
- Difficulty swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Heartburn (acid reflux)
- Oral lesions (herpes)
Diagnosis & Tests
The doctor may perform the following tests:
- Endoscopy
- Upper GI x-ray with barium
- Biopsy
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Esophagitis : Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Esophagitis : Symptoms & Signs, Diagnosis & Tests
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Esophagitis : Treatment
Review Date : 7/13/2009
Reviewed By : Jacob L. Heller, MD, MHA, Emergency Medicine, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, WA. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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