Early stages of cancer typically have no symptoms. However, following are the most common symptoms that are visible in the later stages: Difficulty in swallowing (dysphagia). Weight loss. Chest pain and discomfort along with burning sensation. Coughing. Indigestion. Heartburn.DFDAFF
The exact underlying cause of esophageal cancer is not clear. The disease develops when the cells of the esophagus tube corrupts their own DNA. The corrupted cells then grow and multiply rapidly without control, and start accumulating forming a tumour. The structure may grow and hamper other body parts also. The following are some factors that are associated with the disease: Alcohol consumption and smoking. Bile refluxes and gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD). Obesity. Precancerous cell changes (barrett's esophagus). Radiation therapy for treatment of chest.
Carcinoma esophagus can only be done with the help of a tube, which when inserted beams off light for an easy view. the doctor might recommend either endoscopy or biopsy for examining the esophageal tissue. Endoscopy Biopsy
Esophageal cancer runs through 4 stages, and treatment for every patient are based on their stage of advancement. .. Surgery The first step for stage 1, 2 and 3 is surgery. The doctor carefully removes the tumours along with affected lymph nodes. However, in some cases, if the cancer has spread further, a part of the esophagus may have to be removed. Pulling the stomach up, then restores the connectivity of the tube to the stomach. Radiation therapy Once the patient has recovered fully after the surgery, Chemotherapy or radiotherapy can be recommended. The goal of these treatments is to kill any kind of remaining cancerous cell. Though the side-effects of these therapies are painful, the treatment is essential to avoid re-growth of cancer.
Following are some measures that could be followed to prevent carcinoma esophagus: Maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating fruit and vegetable rich diet. Quit smoking. Reduce alcohol intake. Control gastroesophageal reflux diseases (GERD).
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