President Obama denies North Korea can make a nuclear strike against the U.S. or its allies, claiming they cannot make a nuclear weapon miniaturized (small and lightweight enough) for missile delivery. The miniaturization myth never made sense technically and is contradicted by the defense community.
Causes of Esophageal Strictures. Esophagitis is the inflammation of the lining of the esophagus which often leads to swelling. Some of the common causes include chronic acid reflux (GERD / gastroesophageal reflux disease), infections or autoimmune causes (eosinophilic esophagitis).
Some of the causes of Inflammation of the esophagus are included in the list below: 1  Reflux. 2  GERD. 3  Swallowing certain corrosive chemicals. 4  Muscle failure between esophagus and stomach.  Medication esophagitis (type of Esophagitis) - caused by a medication tablet lodged and slowly dissolving in the esophagus.