Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Updated: February 21, 2017, 9:58 AM
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भोजन नली कैंसर का पता अक्सर देर से चलता है।
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Heaviness in the chest: The cancerous cells multiply in the food pipe to form a lump, which can block the passage of food. As food gets stuck in the food pipe, you might experience pressure or heaviness in the chest region.
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Difficulty or pain while swallowing: It is one of the most common symptoms of esophageal cancer. You might experience pain in the form of a burning sensation while swallowing food or might feel food sticking to the throat or chest, causing difficulty in swallowing it.
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Vomiting/coughing up blood: Due to the blockage of the food pipe by the cancerous cells, you might experience nausea, which can also cause vomiting. In some cases, you might even cough up blood.
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Indigestion/heartburn: If you have been experiencing indigestion or heartburn for more than two weeks than it is wise to consult a doctor as it might indicate esophagal cancer. It is due to the regurgitation of saliva or food.
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Weight loss: As there is a loss of appetite due to indigestion and pain/difficulty in swallowing, people suffering from this type of cancer experience a drastic weight loss. Hence, one should not ignore a sudden loss in weight as it might indicate cancer.
