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Intestinal Metaplasia: What do you do to lower the risk of cancer?

Digestive Health | Last Active: May 18 7:55am | Replies (104)
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@evapa

Yes I may have silent reflux and I am careful with my diet. I am trying to get an appointment with a gastroenterologist who specializes in intestinal metaplasia. My regular gastroenterologist says it is not likely to develop cancer from it but I like to find out more and educate myself. It is good talking to you.

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romax | @romax | Oct 6, 2022

I’m in the same situation. I was diagnosed with IM a few days ago. I haven’t been able to sleep and I find myself really down.
I had H.pylori and treated a few years back. I’m pretty sure I got IM from that bug. I’m in my early 50’s.

I also have acid reflux. Approximately 3 years ago I had the Stretta procedure to correct the acid reflux. During the initial endoscope I had pre ulcers forming and erosive esophagus. After the stretta my erosive esophagus and my pre ulcers went away.

I just underwent another endoscope and the doctor said my esophagus looked good. I’m waiting for the Bravo study to verify my acid levels.

I really encourage everyone with acid reflux to do your research on the Stretta procedure.
(Dr. Noar on YouTube)

Anyone have any suggestions on Intestinal Metaplasia? Can it be removed at an early stage through retraction? Who specializes in IM?

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txmankc | @txmankc | Aug 8, 2023

Hi - Unfortunately, our 19 year old got diagnosed with IM recently. Do you mind passing on the name and contact of the doctor that specializes in IM please? Thx

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