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Esophagitis


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Esophagitis is irritation or inflammation of the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach. Esophagitis can be painful and can make it hard to swallow.


Last Updated: June 13, 2007
Medical Review:
E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine

Arvydas D. Vanagunas, MD - Gastroenterology


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