What is Barrett’s Disease

The abnormal changes in the cells of the lower esophagus are referred to Barrett’s Esophagus. Many people suffer from Barrett’s disease due to exposure to the chronic acid caused by reflux esophagus.

Many people in the western world are suffering from esophageal adenocarcinoma in the recent years. Many people are unaware of this disease because of the relative absence of Barrett’s disease symptoms. The physicians use the endoscopy to diagnose this disease and provide the right cure in time to prevent further complications.

After the biopsy, the cells in Barrett’s esophagus are classified into frank carcinoma, low grade dysplasia, nondysplastic and high grade dysplasia. Radio frequency ablation and endoscopic resection can be used for the treatment of adenocarcinoma in its early stage. The physicians perform surgery in case of advanced stages of the disease.

What are the Signs of Esophageal Cancer?

Early detection of esophageal cancer helps to cure the disease in its early stage and stay healthy.

The physicians easily diagnose cancer in the esophagus through the symptoms and signs of esophageal cancer. But, many people are still undiagnosed till it reaches advanced stage due to lack of signs.

Some of the signs of esophageal cancer include trouble in swallowing solid food or liquids, sudden weight loss, chest pain, bone pain, hiccups, vomiting, bleeding into the esophagus, vomiting and chronic cough etc.

Many people lose weight since they cannot eat foods due to difficulty in swallowing the diet rich in nutrients. You may also suffer from weight loss due to the reduced appetite for more food.

If you are constantly or frequently suffering from chest pain or heartburn, you are the good candidate for immediate check-up for the possible esophageal cancer.

However, you cannot associate these symptoms directly with esophagus cancer. The qualified physician carries out necessary tests on understanding your symptoms and decides the appropriate treatment.