Can Barrett's esophagus cause thyroid cancer?

No, barett's esophagus doesn't cause thyroid cancer. I don't know much about the condition, other than it can develop as a result of chronic reflux. However, your thought that barrett's esophagus can cause thyroid cancer is not completely off base. The condition can cause cancer. But it's not thyroid cancer you need to worry about. It's esophageal cancer. I don't think the condition puts you at high risk for developing this type of cancer. But there's definitely a link. And I'm guessing this connection is the source of your confusion. Hope that clears things up for you.

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