Oesophageal cancer

Cancer of the tube that runs from the throat to the stomach. Oesophageal cancer usually begins in the cells that line the inside of the esophagus.

Symptoms

Difficulty in swallowing
Unintentional weight loss
Chest pain
Worsening indigestion
Heartburn and coughing or hoarseness

Causes

It’s not exactly clear what causes oesophageal cancer.
Oesophageal cancer occurs when cells in the oesophagus develop changes (mutations)in their DNA.
The changes make cells grow and divide out of control.
The accumulating abnormal cells form a tumour in the oesophagus that can grow to invade nearby structures and spread to other parts of the body.

Types

Adenocarcinoma- begins in the cells of Mucus-Secreting Glands in the Oesophagus.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma- Occurs in the upper and middle portion of the Oesophagus.
Rare type – Small Cell Carcinoma, Sarcoma, Lymphoma, Melanoma and Choriocarcinoma.

Risk Factors

Gastroesophageal Reflux disease
Smoking
Obesity
Drinking alcohol
The habit of drinking hot liquids

Prevention

Quit smoking
Eat more fruits and liquids
Maintain a healthy diet and weight

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