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Barrett's Esophagus
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Symptoms & Signs
What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?
Barrett's esophagus itself does not cause symptoms. However, people with this condition almost always have symptoms from GERD.
GERD causes burning pain under the breastbone or in the upper abdomen. This pain is often called heartburn. It may increase when the person eats, bends over, or lies down. Antacids usually relieve the pain. Pain may increase at night or cause a person to wake up during the night. Other symptoms of GERD include the following: