Esophageal Cancer

Overview

Esophageal cancer is a malignant tumor arising from the esophageal epithelium, with progressive difficulty swallowing as its typical symptom. It is associated with poor dietary habits, long-term chronic irritation, and genetic factors.

Symptoms

• Difficulty swallowing
• Retrosternal pain
• Reflux
• Weight loss
• Vomiting

Treatment

Comprehensive treatment is undertaken after evaluation by a specialist and may include surgical resection combined with radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy.

Dietary advice

Choose liquid or semi-liquid, easy-to-swallow foods, have small frequent meals, and ensure adequate high-quality protein and calorie intake.