How To Treat Esophageal Cancer
When the cells of the esophagus, which moves food through the throat and down into the stomach become malignant, it is called esophageal cancer or cancer of the esophagus. A cancerous tumor can develop at any point along the esophagus. The most prevalent forms of esophageal cancer are squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma. Squamous cell carcinomas occur along the lining of the esophagus in the flat squamous cells. Adenocarcinomas occur when cancer develops in the cells that produce fluids like mucus; these are called glandular cells. Most individuals who develop esophageal cancer will not have any symptoms during its early stages. When it becomes advanced, symptoms such as vomiting, chest pain, fatigue, heartburn, indigestion, weight loss, painful swallowing, choking while eating, and chronic cough may manifest. Esophageal cancer is diagnosed using endoscopy and a biopsy of esophageal tissues. Various methods may be used to treat esophageal cancer. Learn about them now.