5 WARNING SIGNS OF ESOPHAGEAL CANCER #shorts

📌 YouTube Description (≈3,000 characters) 🩺 Esophageal cancer is one of the most aggressive cancers with the highest mortality rate, mainly because it is usually detected in advanced stages. However, knowing the warning signs can make a difference and allow for earlier diagnosis, increasing the chances of successful treatment and survival. In this video, we explain the 5 most important signs of esophageal cancer that you shouldn't ignore in 2025, what the experts say, and how prevention can save lives. 📌 5 Warning Signs of Esophageal Cancer: Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia): The sensation that food is stuck in the throat or chest is one of the most characteristic early symptoms. Unintentional weight loss and lack of appetite: a common warning sign that usually appears quickly. Chest pain or discomfort: burning, pressure, or pain behind the breastbone that persists over time. Hoarseness or voice changes: when the tumor affects nearby nerves or the larynx. Chronic cough or vomiting blood: advanced symptoms that require immediate medical attention. 📌 Risk factors for esophageal cancer: Excessive alcohol and tobacco use. Chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and Barrett's esophagus. A diet low in fruits and vegetables. Obesity and overweight. Age over 50 and family history. 📌 What the experts say in 2025 The medical community insists on the importance of early detection. Today, tools such as digestive endoscopy, biopsy, and the use of artificial intelligence in image interpretation make it possible to identify precancerous lesions before they become invasive tumors. However, most diagnoses continue to be made at advanced stages, limiting treatment options.