Advanced Barrett's Esophagus

[dave3842]

What is the chance of Barrett's Esophagus evolving into cancer? My throat has become raw and it is becoming increasingly hard to swallow.

[dave3842]

Thank you very much for your input. I am going to start back on the nexium as soon as I get another script from the doc. The acid doesn't bother me too much since I changed my diet but it surly won't hurt to add it to the other pain meds I have to take. I just pray that I don't get the big C. My mom went that way and I feel for anyone that has it. Again I thank you .

[Cindee56]

My husband has Barrett's.  He takes Nexium every day to control the acid.  He has a lot of pain when he eats.  He has to be really careful.

[CalGal]

You can find some of the statistics you want here: http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/content/CRI_2_4_2X_What_are_the_risk_factors_for_esophagus_cancer_12.asp

However, if you are not actively trying to tamp down the on-going problem, your risk may increase.