Esophageal Cancer

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The Importance of Followup Care

Followup care after treatment for esophageal cancer is important to ensure that any changes in health are found. If the cancer returns or progresses or if a new cancer develops, it can be treated as soon as possible.

Checkups may include

Physical exams
X-rays
Lab tests

Between scheduled appointments, patients should report any health problems to their doctor as soon as they appear.

References:
www.cancer.gov

Proton Pump Inhibitors

Nexium - Esomeprazole Aciphex - Rabeprazole Prevacid - Lansoprazole Prilosec - Omeprazole Prilosec OCT Protonix - Pantoprazole

Body Mass Index (BMI)

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a tool that is used to determine if you are at a healthy weight, overweight, or obese, and whether your health is at risk due to your weight.
Body Mass Index Calculator & Chart

GastroEsophageal Reflux Disease - GERD

What is GERD? Causes of GERD Diet for GERD Infant GERD Children 1 - 11 Years Old Medication for GERD Symptoms of GERD GERD Surgery GERD Treatment

Heartburn Information

What is Heartburn? Causes of Heartburn Symptoms of Heartburn Heartburn Medications Heartburn Remedy

Ulcers

What is an Ulcer? Ulcer Causes and Risks Symptoms of Ulcers Treatment of Ulcers Ulcers & NSAIDs

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Can Flatulence Be Controlled? Lump In Throat Proton Pump Inhibitors Remedies for GERD

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