Esophageal cancer is malignancy of the esophagus which is a muscular tube through which food passes from the pharynx (throat) to the stomach.Esophageal cancer can occur anywhere along the esophagus.
Difficulty in swallowing or Pain swallowing is the first symptom in most patients. Fluids and soft foods are usually tolerated, while hard or substances like bread or meat cause much more difficulty. Pain, often of a burning nature, may be severe and worsened by swallowing, and can be spasmodic in character. An early sign may be an unusually husky or raspy voice.
Other symptoms may include Chest Pain and Fatigue. However, it should be noted that Early esophageal cancer typically causes no signs or symptoms.
The treatment is determined by the cellular type of cancer, the stage of the disease, the general condition of the patient and other diseases present. On the whole, adequate nutrition needs to be assured, and adequate dental care is vital.
Popularity: 1% [?]
