Malignant neoplasm of esophagus
This is a form of cancer that grows in the esophagus, which is the long tube that carries food and liquid from your throat to your stomach.
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The esophagus is a muscular tube that acts like a tunnel for your food. When cells in this tube start to grow out of control and form a malignant neoplasm, which is the medical term for a cancerous tumor, it can make it very difficult for food to reach your stomach.
Cancer here happens when the cells lining the inside of the tube undergo damage to their DNA, which is the internal instruction manual that tells cells how to grow. As these cells multiply incorrectly, they form a mass that can narrow the tube, leading to the symptoms you might notice.
Common Symptoms
- Difficulty or pain when swallowing, often feeling like food is stuck in your throat or chest.
- Unexplained weight loss because you are unable to eat comfortably.
- Persistent chest pain, pressure, or burning sensations.
- Hoarseness or a chronic cough that does not go away.
- Indigestion or heartburn that keeps getting worse.