Barrett's Esophagus
treatments
While Barrett's esophagus itself might not cause symptoms, a small number of people with this condition develop pre-cancerous lesions. Find out how this treatment helps.
A new FDA treatment called BARRX is growing in popularity for treating and curing Barrett's esophagus. Learn how this new treatment could help you.
The same treatment for removing warts is now being used to treat Barrett's esophagus. Learn how this new treatment freezes away your cancer risks.
Photodynamic therapy
Science Daily
This breakthrough treatment is offering hope to many patients who can't undergo surgery for Barrett's esophagus. Learn the benefits and risks of this procedure.
Goal of therapy
Barrett's Info
The main goal of treatment for Barrett's esophagus is not to cure the disorder, but to manage the symptoms of GERD. Learn what options are available to you.
symptoms
Picture's of Barrett's esophagus
Barrett's Info
This is a great article that uses pictures to compare a normal esophagus to Barrett's esophagus. Learn how Barrett's esophagus differs and how it leads to cancer.
Signs of Barrett's
Mayo Clinic
Barrett's esophagus itself isn't associated with specific symptoms, but is associated with symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux known as GERD.
self-help
Relief is in your hands
Jackson Siegelbaum
Learn what you can do as a patient to help prevent and slow down the progressive symptoms of Barrett's esophagus, and learn how this disorder is diagnosed.
risks
Are you at risk?
National Cancer Institute
The exact causes of esophageal cancer are not known. However, studies show that any of the following factors, including Barrett's esophagus, can increase the risk.
overview
Current research
Mayo Clinic
The Mayo Clinic is currently studying several aspects of Barrett's esophagus and looking for participants. Find out about the studies and learn how to get involved.
An introduction to Barrett's
STS Patient Info
This article summarizes the basics of Barrett's esophagus, including symptoms, treatments and causes. A great place to start your search.
What is Barrett's espophagus?
Medicine Net
Barrett's esophagus occurs as a complication of chronic GERD. Find out how it's diagnosed, how they treat symptoms like dysplasia and what's in the future for patients.
causes
How cancer develops
Barrett's Info
This great article demonstrates how Barrett's esophagus can turn into cancer. Learn what goes wrong in the cell for cancer to develop.
Esophageal cancer
Onco Link
Learn about this common risk of Barrett's esophagus. Read how this type of cancer is diagnosed and treated, as well as cancer stages.


