Diseases

Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus

malignant neoplasm of esophagus

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Description: NCI2016_02D:A primary or metastatic malignant neoplasm involving the esophagus.|MEDLINEPLUS_20151021:The esophagus is a hollow tube that carries food and liquids from your throat to your stomach. Early esophageal cancer usually does not cause symptoms. Later, you may have symptoms such as <ul> <li>Painful or difficult swallowing</li> <li>Weight loss</li> <li>A hoarse voice or cough that doesn't go away</li> </ul> You're at greater risk for getting esophageal cancer if you smoke, drink heavily, or have <a href='https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/gerd.html'>acid reflux</a>. Your risk also goes up as you age Your doctor uses imaging tests and a biopsy to diagnose esophageal cancer. Treatments include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. You might also need <a href='https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/nutritionalsupport.html'>nutritional support</a>, since the cancer or treatment may make it hard to swallow. NIH: National Cancer Institute

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