If left untreated, this chronic exposure of stomach acid can lead to a number of problems, including ulcers, strictures, daily pain or discomfort, and difficulty swallowing. It can even lead to changes in the cells lining the esophagus, a syndrome known as Barrettâs esophagus.
She was the worldâs tallest woman, but she had a tragically short life. Yao Defen, who measured a gigantic 7ft 8in (2.36m), passed away last month aged just 40, it emerged today. At her peak, she also weighed over 31st (200kg) and had size 26ft. Scroll down for video. The world's tallest women Yao Defen stood at 7ft 8in tall before she died aged 40.
The world's tallest woman has been saved from being paralysed and going blind after doctors removed a huge tumour from her brain. Siddiqa Parveen, who is estimated to be 7ft 8in tall, had a spine on the 'verge of breaking' and was feared to be losing her sight.