Esophageal Cancer: Symptoms, Risk Factors & Diagnosis | Dr. Kaushal Yadav

Esophageal cancer occurs when cancer cells develop in the tissues of the esophagus, the food pipe that connects the mouth to the stomach. It is the sixth most common cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, with smoking and acid reflux being major risk factors. Men are more likely to develop esophageal cancer than women. Common symptoms of esophageal cancer include: ✔️ Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) ✔️ Chest pain & persistent coughing ✔️ Hoarseness & unexplained weight loss ✔️ Worsening heartburn or indigestion In this video, Dr. Kaushal Yadav, Senior Consultant - Surgical Oncology at Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Gurugram, explains: ✔️ What causes esophageal cancer? ✔️ Early signs to watch for & when to seek medical attention ✔️ How smoking & acid reflux increase cancer risk ✔️ Importance of early diagnosis & treatment options Early detection improves survival rates, so if you experience persistent symptoms, consult a specialist. 📌 Book a video consultation: https://bit.ly/2z7Y0Bd 📌 Learn more about Dr. Kaushal Yadav: https://www.narayanahealth.org/gurugr... 📌 Learn more about Narayana Health: https://www.narayanahealth.org 📌 #EsophagealCancer #CancerSymptoms #DrKaushalYadav #CancerAwareness #SmokingAndCancer #AcidReflux #HeartburnAndCancer #CancerTreatment #NarayanaHealth #HealthForAll #NHCares Stay Connected with Us: 📍 Facebook: Narayana Health 📍 Instagram: @narayanahealthindia 📍 Twitter: @narayanahealth 📍 Blog: Narayana Health Blog 📍 LinkedIn: Narayana Health 📍 Quora: Narayana Health on Quora