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Living with Barrett's Esophagus

Barrett's esophagus is associated with long-standing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a common condition where stomach contents, including acid and bile, regurgitate into the esophagus. It has been suggested that Barrett's esophagus is the body's attempt to protect the esophagus from the irritating effects of acid and bile by changing to a different lining.
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