Endoscopy and biopsy

Good evening, 

I have been suffering with throat clearing issue and acid reflux for the past four years.  It is only recently due to a history of Barretts osesophageus and my brother dying from oesophageal cancer that I was referred for a Gastrocopy procedure,  It found a possible tongue of  Barretts ? and they have taken biopsy to rule this out.  I recently had blood tests with tumour markers all of which actually came back normal, but even so I am really scared that it I do have Barretts it will either already be cancer or could become it

I have searched this site but cannot find a link to Barretts oesophagus but would be so grateful to speak to anyone who might have had this diagnosis or know what the outcome of such a condition might mean. 

thank you 

  • Hello Skygirl,

    There is some information on Barrett's oesophagus on our website, which might be useful. When youre worried that you may have cancer, it can be natural to think the worst, but this can end up increasing anxiety rather than making you feel better. You won't know more until further tests are done, so please don't be afraid to ask any questions at your next appointment. 

    Best wishes,

    Moderator Anastasia