Depending on the degree and cause of narrowing of your esophagus, it is common to require repeat esophageal dilations. This allows the dilation to be performed gradually and decreases the risk of complications. Once the stricture, or narrowed esophagus, is completely dilated, repeat dilations may not be required. If the stricture was due to acid reflux, acid-suppressing medicines can decrease the risk of stricture recurrence. Your doctor will advise you on this.
Depending on the degree and cause of narrowing of your esophagus,
it is common to require repeat esophageal dilations. This allows
the dilation to be performed gradually and decreases the risk of
complications. Once the stricture, or...
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Depending on the degree and cause of narrowing of your esophagus, it is common to require repeat esophageal dilations. This allows the dilation to be performed gradually and decreases the risk of complications. Once the stricture, or narrowed esophagus, is completely dilated, repeat dilations may not be required. If the stricture was due to acid reflux, acid-suppressing medicines can decrease the risk of stricture recurrence. Your doctor will advise you on this.