Complications due to acidity

This esophagus gets triggered due to repeated acidity, due to which there may be inflammation in the esophagus. This condition is called esophagitis. Esophagitis can cause you to have a lot of difficulty in swallowing. Along with this, some other symptoms can also be seen. For example, sore throat, hoarse voice, burning in the stomach, etc. If you do not get this problem treated on time, then ulcers and other problems may arise in the esophagus. In some cases, there is also a risk of getting esophagal cancer.

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You may also complain of esophagal ulcers if the acidity is frequent. The acid present in the stomach can damage the lining of the esophagus, due to which ulcers may arise. Esophagal ulcer is also called peptic ulcer. If you complain of an ulcer in the food pipe, you may see symptoms like sour belching, nausea, burning sensation in the stomach and blood in the stool. However, not every person has the same symptoms. If you see any of these symptoms, get yourself treated immediately.

In acidity, when the acid reaches your throat and mouth, it can also enter the lungs. In this situation, there is a risk of getting aspiration pneumonia. Due to the infection reaching the lungs, you may see symptoms like fever, heavy breathing, chest pain, difficulty in breathing, wheezing, tiredness and blue skin. In some cases, aspiration pneumonia can be severe and even fatal. Therefore, if you are having frequent problems with acidity, then get yourself checked up regularly.

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Frequent acidity leads to an increase in the risk of cancer in the food pipe. If you do not get acidity treated on time, the risk of esophagal cancer may increase. The lower part of your esophagus can be affected due to this cancer. You may see symptoms like difficulty in swallowing, weight loss, chest pain, cough, severe indigestion and sadness.

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Barrett’s esophagus is a condition that affects very few people. Prolonged acidity or GERD can cause it. If you have been complaining of acidity for many years in a row, then there could be a change in the cells lining the esophagus. Barrett’s may also increase the risk of cancer of the esophagus. Therefore, do not ignore the problem of acidity.

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