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I have a tiny nodule in the cardia. Do I have cancer?
Query: Hi doctor, I had a gastroscopy a week back and when I asked the doctor if I had cancer she said no. On arriving home I saw on the report that there was a tiny nodule in the cardia which has been biopsied. My question is, why would she say emphatically that I do not have cancer if she has done a bio... Read Full »
Dr. Ambalathu Veettil Hussain Shihaz
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query in detail. The endoscopy has shown a healing ulcer and is showing healing as well as a small hiatus hernia. There is a very tiny nodule in cardia (proximal part of the stomach), which has been biopsied. These tiny nodules are usually innoc... Read Full »
I recently had an upper gastroscopy. Why is the pain in my lower abdomen still present?
Query: Hi doctor, I recently had an upper gastroscopy and was told I have a shallow linear ulcer, a small hatial hernia, and acute gastritis. I have been taking tablet Esomeprazole every day and have had no symptom relief, and I am getting worse. My current symptoms are: I intend to find out if the cause o... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed your case history and attached endoscopic images (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). There are specific issues that should be addressed.You had significant weight loss, which cannot be ignored, and you sho... Read Full »