Cancers that start in the esophagus are much more common in men than in women. Many of these cancers are linked to tobacco or alcohol use, or to excess body weight.
If you have esophageal cancer, this short, simple guide can help you understand the different types, risk factors, how it is diagnosed, & treatment options.
Find information that will help you understand the medical language you might find in your esophagus pathology report.
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