Rls1994
08-01-14, 00:00
Hello,
Today I had an endoscopy and they said I have a weak esophagus (I'm only 19..). Basically, the valve at the bottom of my esophagus is allowing food, drink and acid to back up into my throat.
I'm scared that I will develop esophageal cancer because of this.
The nurse told me nothing is sinister or worrying. Also, they mentioned nothing about any inflammation. Thing is, surely it's going to ruin my esophagus eventually?? What can I do to prevent this from happening? My father has a weak esophagus too and he takes Omeprazole which works wonders for him, but don't work for me.. :( Why can't I find any relief? I'm worried that I'm gunna die from stomach cancer somewhere down the line. Help please!
Today I had an endoscopy and they said I have a weak esophagus (I'm only 19..). Basically, the valve at the bottom of my esophagus is allowing food, drink and acid to back up into my throat.
I'm scared that I will develop esophageal cancer because of this.
The nurse told me nothing is sinister or worrying. Also, they mentioned nothing about any inflammation. Thing is, surely it's going to ruin my esophagus eventually?? What can I do to prevent this from happening? My father has a weak esophagus too and he takes Omeprazole which works wonders for him, but don't work for me.. :( Why can't I find any relief? I'm worried that I'm gunna die from stomach cancer somewhere down the line. Help please!