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What Do Bumps In Esopphagus During Upper Gastrointestinal Examination Indicate?
Question: What does it mean if bumps are found in your esophagus during a upper GI
Brief Answer:
Could be malignant
Detailed Answer:
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Bumps in oesophagus can be due to malignant growth or varices or even a benign tumor
It can be decided with your medical history supported with gross appearance of the swelling and can be confirmed by a biopsy
If possible give a detailed history along with upload of your scopy report till we get the biopsy report
Hope this helps
Do write back in case of concern
Could be malignant
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing in
Bumps in oesophagus can be due to malignant growth or varices or even a benign tumor
It can be decided with your medical history supported with gross appearance of the swelling and can be confirmed by a biopsy
If possible give a detailed history along with upload of your scopy report till we get the biopsy report
Hope this helps
Do write back in case of concern
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