Esophageal Cancer (Esophageal Cancer) - Symptoms, Causes, and Doctors- My Mediland

About- Esophageal cancer occurs when a malignant tumor forms in the lining of the esophagus a long, hollow tube that runs from the throat to stomach.

Types
Squamous cell carcinoma- cancer starts in the flat, thin cells that make up the lining of the esophagus
Adenocarcinoma- cancer starts in the glandular cells of the esophagus that are responsible for the production of fluids such as mucus

Symptoms-

Chest pain, pressure or burning

Chronic cough

Coughing up blood

Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)

Fatigue

Food coming back up the esophagus

Frequent choking while eating

Heartburn

Hiccups

Hoarseness

Indigestion

Loss of appetite

Unintentional weight loss

Vomiting

Causes-
Esophageal cancer occurs due to errors (mutations) in their DNA of the cells in the esophagus.

Risk Factors

Achalasia

Alcoholism

Barrett's esophagus

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

A habit of drinking very hot liquids

Insufficient fruits and vegetable intake

Obesity

Radiation treatment to the chest or upper abdomen

Smoking

Specialists to visit
Gastroenterologist
Oncologist
Palliative Medicine
Radiation Oncologist

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References-
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.mayoclinic.org
https://www.healthline.com
https://www.cancer.gov
https://www.webmd.com
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com
https://www.cancer.net
https://www.cancer.org
https://my.clevelandclinic.org
https://www.nhs.uk