Esophagitis

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Esophagitis

Esophagitis is an inflammation of the oesophageal lining, often caused by acid reflux.

Disease information
Insurance payment: 500
Department: General Surgery

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

Main article: Symptom
Symptom Probability
Chest pain 70
Nausea 70
Swallow pain 70
Vomiting 70
Oesophagus abnormalities 60
Hyperacidity 30
Fever 60
Oesophagus infection 100

Complications[edit | edit source]

Symptom Probability
Weight loss 50

Examinations[edit | edit source]

Main article: Examination
  • Interview
  • Thorax percussion
  • Neck palpation
  • Temperature measurement
  • Physical examination
  • Barium swallow
  • Gastroscopy
  • Differential diagnosis

Treatments[edit | edit source]

Main article: Treatment

Additional treatments: