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).
Facts and definition of esophagitis. 1  Esophagitis is defined as inflammation of the esophagus, which is the tube that connects the throat to the stomach. 2  Esophagitis can be caused by infection, irritation of the esophagus, or inflammation of the lining of the esophagus.