Esophageal Cancer: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Considering the increasing number of cancer patients yearly, anyone can get cancer. Therefore, it is always advisable to take preventive measures and look for symptoms. Esophageal cancer occurs in the Esophagus of the human body and comes across as the sixth cause of cancer deaths worldwide. It can be life-threatening if it is not detected on time and must be taken care of.
What are the causes and symptoms?
Even though it is not clear what exactly causes Esophageal cancer, these factors can contribute to the development of this disease in the body. They are as follows:
- Use of tobacco/ alcohol
- Family history of cancer
- Poor nutritional habits
- Increasing age
- Gender (Males are more prone to getting Esophageal cancer)
Esophageal cancer can be detected early by closely observing your body. These are some of the symptoms one can have if they have this disease:
- Chest pain
- Indigestion
- Sudden deduction in the weight
- Throat pain
- Coughing and vomiting
You can visit your doctor if you have any of these recurring symptoms or are present for a long period.
How is Esophageal cancer treated?
After the tests have been conducted successfully, the doctor will start the treatment depending on the stage. The patient might have to undergo any one of the following procedures:
- Surgery
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted drug therapy
- Immunotherapy
- Radiation therapy
There are different types of advanced treatments available for different stages. Even if the disease is not fully cured, these treatments can help a person survive for a longer period.
Conclusion
Over the years, medical science has progressed to a large extent. Hence it has become easier to fight off diseases. But it is also important to responsibly take care of your body. Also, to get the best consultation and treatment for Esophageal cancer, contact Dr. Sumit Shah in Pune.
About Dr. Sumit shah
Dr. Sumit Shah has treated thousands of patients suffering from Cancer. He is one of the few oncologists in Pune who perform Minimal Access (keyhole) Surgery to offer his patients a smooth & pain-free recovery from Cancer. He is a highly experienced Oncologist in Pune with 14 years of expertise in surgical oncology. He is the Founder of Prolife Cancer Centre and is the Chief Consultant, Surgical Oncologist & Laparoscopic Cancer Surgeon in Pune.
Having pursued a super specialty course at the Cancer Centre Welfare Home and Res. Institute, Kolkata, and being awarded as the Best Outgoing Cancer Surgeon from his Institute, Dr. Shah is one of the Best Surgical Oncologist in Pune, India who possesses this recognized degree in Surgical Oncology.