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Can Radiation Treatment For Cancer Cause Damage Of Esphogical Area?
I have a large mass just above my left collar bone. I have also experienced digestive problems recently with a lot of burning in my escophageal area. I had breast cancer 7 years ago and had 35 radiation treatments near my sternum. Could I have damage to my esphogical area? I am a 60 years old female, weigh 154, 5'6" and have been in good health until lately.
Tue, 6 Jun 2017
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Yes, radiations are known to cause damage to digestion system but due to the breast cancer, it has very less chances. Please consult some gastroenterologist.
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Dr. B.dinesh
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Yes, radiations are known to cause damage to digestion system but due to the breast cancer, it has very less chances. Please consult some gastroenterologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. B.dinesh
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