Barrett's esophagus, however, is associated with these symptoms: 1  frequent and longstanding heartburn. 2  trouble swallowing (dysphagia) 3  vomiting blood (hematemesis) 4  pain under the sternum where the esophagus meets the stomach. 5  unintentional weight loss because eating is painful (odynophagia)
Why is Missouri Called the Show-Me State? A Missouri congressman may have coined the phrase the âShow-me Stateâ in regard to the stateâs political affairs. Missouri's nickname does not have a single verifiable source. Missouri is sometimes referred to as the âCave State,â due to the more than 6,000 caves found throughout the state.
Other states have been referred to as Banner States, but this nickname's connection with Texas seems to have been more lasting. The Blizzard State. Texas has been called The Blizzard State because of the frequent wind storms which sweep over the state. South Dakota is also referred to as The Blizzard State. Super-American State