A studies show a link between acid reflux and esophageal cancer and reveal a genetic influence.
Esophageal cancer is on the increase and many researchers are looking at the underlying factors. A team at the Mayo Clinic looked at 186 cases of esophageal and stomach cancer and found a link with acid reflux disease. Around five per cent of those with acid reflux will go on to develop Barrett’s esophagus, a condition in which there are changes in the esophagus lining. Once someone has Barrett’s esophagus, their risk of cancer is greatly increased.
http://www.tele-management.ca/2013/09/acid-reflux-barretts-esophagus-and-esophageal-cancer/
Acid reflux, Barrett’s esophagus and esophageal cancer