Over time if left untreated, GERD can cause complications and even more serious life-threatening illnesses. Some of the most common conditions that patients with GERD are more susceptible to developing are: barrett’s esophagus, esophageal cancer, esophageal ulcers, and esophageal stricture. We’re talking about them today on the blog!
Read MoreAs the name suggests, esophageal cancer refers to cancer that occurs in the esophagus. Esophageal cancer can occur anywhere along the esophagus and is considered one of the rarer forms of cancer. It’s also associated strongly with patients who have untreated GERD. Let’s take a look at some of the most surprising esophageal cancer statistics.
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