... moving food down your esophagus. Causes may include: Esophageal stricture (narrowing of your esophagus) Esophageal cancer GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), a condition in ...

... form in the inner wall of the intestine Esophageal stricture, a narrowing of the esophagus that can make it hard to swallow If you have questions about your results, talk to your provider. Your provider may consider your symptoms, medical history, and the results of other tests to understand the results of your barium swallow. Learn more about laboratory tests, reference ranges, and understanding results . Is there anything else I need to know about a barium swallow? Your results may also show signs of esophageal cancer . If your provider thinks you may have ...

... risk of developing cancer of the esophagus . Esophagitis, strictures, and Barrett's esophagus can happen if GERD is left untreated or if treatment is not effective. If you have questions about your results, talk to your provider. Is there anything else I need to know about an esophageal pH test? If you've been diagnosed with ...