James Johnson, Petitioner v. Workers' Compensation Appeals Board of the State of California and City of Los Angeles, Respondents. Dr. Hyman reported applicant has reflux esophagitis and the condition was neither caused nor aggravated by the employment but rather was entirely congenital. Dr. Markovitz noted applicant was taking medication for his arm and some medications, including aspirin, upset applicant's stomach. Dr. Markovitz recommended applicant receive medication and occasional examinations by a physician for the gastrointestinal condition. In the present case, however, the WCJ's letter clarifying his decision concerned the precise issue as to which applicant sought reconsideration.

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