Advanced symptoms and manifestations of esophageal cancer

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There are many kinds of cancer, among which esophageal cancer is very common. Many people don't know much about the advanced symptoms and manifestations of esophageal cancer. Therefore, I have made a special study recently, and I'll tell you about it.

Advanced symptoms and manifestations of esophageal cancer

First, dysphagia is the main symptom of esophageal cancer in most people, but it is the later stage of the disease. Because the esophageal wall is elastic and expansible, dysphagia occurs only when about 2 / 3 of the circumference of the esophagus is infiltrated by the cancer.

Second, advanced esophageal cancer will appear food reaction, often in dysphagia aggravation, reflux is not large, containing food and mucus, can also contain blood and pus, is a common symptom of advanced esophageal cancer.

Third, advanced esophageal cancer will appear to infiltrate the esophagus and invade the mediastinum, trachea, bronchus, lung, pericardium, large blood vessels, causing mediastinitis, lung abscess, esophago tracheal fistula and fatal massive hemorrhage.

matters needing attention

Esophageal cancer can also be treated with conservative treatment and traditional Chinese medicine, which can prolong life and relieve pain. At the same time, we should remember that esophageal cancer should pay attention to diet, prohibit eating spicy and greasy food, prohibit smoking and drinking.