Tobacco and alcohol predispose you to this cancer. Also pickled foods and too much spice. Symptoms are trouble in swallowing, choking, pain and spasms in the throat. Vitamin A and C are recommended as retardants.
Esophageal Cancer
Symptoms:
- Difficulty in swallowing (dysphagia)
- Chest pain or discomfort
- Unexplained weight loss
- Persistent cough or hoarseness
- Indigestion or heartburn
Causes
- Tobacco use (smoking)
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Chronic acid reflux (GERD)
- Obesity
- Poor diet (low in fruits and vegetables)
