Esophageal Cancer

Esophageal Cancer


Definition

Esophageal cancer is a cancerous (malignant) tumor of the esophagus, the muscular tube that moves food from the mouth to the stomach.

See also: Barrett's esophagus

Symptoms

* Backwards movement of food through the esophagus and possibly mouth (regurgitation)
* Chest pain unrelated to eating
* Difficulty swallowing solids or liquids
* Heartburn
* Vomiting blood
* Weight loss

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