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Barrett’s esophagus

Posted by jvanstratten @jvanstratten, Mar 22, 2018

Looking for info and help with Barret’s esophagus. I can’t figure out just how serious this is. I have read way too much online! I don’t really know how strict my diet really has to be. It is really stressful-. Does anyone here have it? And exactly how serious is it?

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cantab | @cantab | Jul 10, 2022
In reply to @aunt "I can't tolerate most wine, but I do sip Moscato with a flavored seltzer or tonic..." + (show)
@aunt

I can't tolerate most wine, but I do sip Moscato with a flavored seltzer or tonic (about 1/2 & 1/2) I also can enjoy a good Gin & Tonic with lots of lime syrup and a bit of spearmint extract. After all the whole idea of being as healthy as possible is To Live Life! a tip I learned years ago also is to start every morning with a bowl of real oatmeal that has some grated ginger, cinnamon and a few raisins or walnuts. Keeping a "regular" digestion helps with reflux symptoms. Enjoy your cruise!

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I thought all alcohol was a no no for those with PN. Thought the alcohol damages the sheathing of nerves.

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robertatheriveter | @robertatheriveter | Jul 10, 2022
In reply to @cantab "Why is there so little discussion about omeprazole? I have Barret’s , had it for years...." + (show)
@cantab

Why is there so little discussion about omeprazole? I have Barret’s , had it for years. Diagnosed by a gastroenterologist who prescribed it. Been taking it for years. No change in the Barrett’s. It’s the generic form of Prilosec. My insurance covers it.

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That's exactly what I was suggesting to Aunt, who said she was purchasing Prilosec over the counter.

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robertatheriveter | @robertatheriveter | Jul 10, 2022
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@cantab

I thought all alcohol was a no no for those with PN. Thought the alcohol damages the sheathing of nerves.

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In The Acid Watcher Diet, Dr. Aviv says absolutely no wine, but gin and certain vodkas, e.g., potato based vodkas, are okay. I think I read that tequila is okay too, but I'm not sure. Check it out for ourself.

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robertatheriveter | @robertatheriveter | Jul 10, 2022
In reply to @robertatheriveter "In The Acid Watcher Diet, Dr. Aviv says absolutely no wine, but gin and certain vodkas,..." + (show)
@robertatheriveter

In The Acid Watcher Diet, Dr. Aviv says absolutely no wine, but gin and certain vodkas, e.g., potato based vodkas, are okay. I think I read that tequila is okay too, but I'm not sure. Check it out for ourself.

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Freudian Typo - should be "yourself."

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cantab | @cantab | Jul 10, 2022
In reply to @robertatheriveter "In The Acid Watcher Diet, Dr. Aviv says absolutely no wine, but gin and certain vodkas,..." + (show)
@robertatheriveter

In The Acid Watcher Diet, Dr. Aviv says absolutely no wine, but gin and certain vodkas, e.g., potato based vodkas, are okay. I think I read that tequila is okay too, but I'm not sure. Check it out for ourself.

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Very interesting! I’m going to try learning more about this Acid Watching. It may be a solution to the side effects of taking omeprazole, one of which may be damage to the nerves.
I’m also interested in learning about what happens to the digestion process when you reduce the acid which is a necessary part of digestion. This sounds interesting and may be a way to wean myself off taking omeprazole. Thanks for your insight.

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robertatheriveter | @robertatheriveter | Jul 10, 2022

I'm glad you found my comments useful. I'm going on three cruises (two postponed due to Covid) within the next year, and I'm trying to learn what I can eat and drink in small amounts without causing a resurgence of my Barrett's Esophagus. It's wonderful to share information with others who are going through similar experiences.

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mgm223 | @mgm223 | Dec 4, 2022
In reply to @maxsproudmom "That's what I have been told too but I have silent reflux so I can't tell." + (show)
@maxsproudmom

That's what I have been told too but I have silent reflux so I can't tell.

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I agree with you!!!
. I had no pain or heartburn symptoms initially but after undergoing and ECG for eosinophilic esophagitis then I was diagnosed with Barrett's. Have been doing some reading on the internet and if one EE BE might be forthcoming or a part of it. However, I personally do not smoke or drink and from what I have read both of these lifestyle patterns greatly increase the chances of esophageal cancer. I have been taking omeprazole for about 5 years and it is wreaking hell with my bone density and kidneys. What to do? Is anyone in the same boat? I have read that even if diagnosed with Barrett's there is only a 1/2 % of getting diagnosed with esophageal cancer.

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robertatheriveter | @robertatheriveter | Jul 9, 2023
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@robertatheriveter

Freudian Typo - should be "yourself."

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Chalk one up for Freud. Thanks for catching my typo!

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sandralewis62 | @sandralewis62 | Jul 10, 2023
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@robertatheriveter

I'm glad you found my comments useful. I'm going on three cruises (two postponed due to Covid) within the next year, and I'm trying to learn what I can eat and drink in small amounts without causing a resurgence of my Barrett's Esophagus. It's wonderful to share information with others who are going through similar experiences.

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Good morning, so did you have barrets and now you don't anymore? How long did it last and what exactly did you do? I'm freaking out

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sandralewis62 | @sandralewis62 | Jul 10, 2023
In reply to @mgm223 "I agree with you!!! . I had no pain or heartburn symptoms initially but after undergoing..." + (show)
@mgm223

I agree with you!!!
. I had no pain or heartburn symptoms initially but after undergoing and ECG for eosinophilic esophagitis then I was diagnosed with Barrett's. Have been doing some reading on the internet and if one EE BE might be forthcoming or a part of it. However, I personally do not smoke or drink and from what I have read both of these lifestyle patterns greatly increase the chances of esophageal cancer. I have been taking omeprazole for about 5 years and it is wreaking hell with my bone density and kidneys. What to do? Is anyone in the same boat? I have read that even if diagnosed with Barrett's there is only a 1/2 % of getting diagnosed with esophageal cancer.

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How long ago were you diagnosed with barrets? I'm freaking out 😟😟

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