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Diagnosing Reflux: What Is A Barium Swallow?

If you have been diagnosed with GERD or any other digestive issue, there are several GERD diagnostic tests that your doctor can recommend, among them the barium swallow. A barium swallow test can diagnose several conditions, but we want to focus on how it can help diagnose GERD. This blog discusses what a barium swallow is, what happens during it and what to expect from a barium swallow.

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Diagnosing Reflux: What Is An Upper Endoscopy?

When it comes to treating GERD, there are several kinds of tests that can be performed for a formal diagnosis. One of the most common of these procedures is known as an Upper Endoscopy. Let’s get to know this procedure, and how it can help you decide what to do next about your reflux.

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Diagnosing Reflux: What Is Esophageal pH Monitoring
Four Procedures Used To Diagnose GERD

If you or your doctor suspect you might have Gastroesophageal reflux disease , the first step to treating your condition is to confirm a diagnosis. There are a few different tests your reflux specialist may use to do this, and which one they use may vary based on your specific needs. Below, we’ll take a look at four of the most commonly used tests to diagnose GERD, all of which are offered at Tampa Bay Reflux Center.

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