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Gastroesophageal reflux is a strong risk factor for this disease. The increase in incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma coincided with the introduction of medications that promote reflux by relaxing the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), such as nitroglycerin, anticholinergics, Î²-adrenergic agonists, aminophyllines, and benzodiazepines.
Esophagitis (UK: Oesophagitis) is inflammation of the esophagus. The esophagus is a muscular tube from the pharynx to the stomach through which food and drinks pass.Esophagitis damages esophagus tissue. Patients may experience problems swallowing, as well as chest pains (heartburn).It is much more common in adults than in children. Some medications-known as drug-induced esophagitis-if in contact with the esophagus lining for too long, some oral medications can cause inflammation. 2  This can happen if an oral medication is swallowed without washing it down with enough water. 3  Residue from the tablet, pill or capsule may stay in the esophagus.