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He underwent endoscopy, which identified white, circumferential plaques along the length of the esophagus. Gross appearance on endoscopy was consistent with Candidal esophagitis. Ultimately, pathology was negative for fungal elements, and esophagitis was attributed to amphetamine use. 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