When faced with esophageal cancer and pharyngitis, many people will find it difficult to distinguish between them because of their similar symptoms, and even mistakenly think that esophageal cancer is pharyngitis. This article will explain in detail how to distinguish esophageal cancer from pharyngitis from the aspects of esophageal cancer, pharyngitis symptoms, diagnosis of esophageal cancer, and prevention of esophageal cancer.
1. The main symptoms of esophageal cancerThe following aspects should be included
1. Difficulty swallowing
This is one of the most common symptoms of esophageal cancer. Patients may experience difficulty swallowing while eating, and food becomes unusually slow or stagnant as it passes through the esophagus. This symptom may gradually worsen as the condition progresses.
2. Chest pain
Chest pain is also one of the common symptoms of esophageal cancer. Patients may feel pain in the retrosternal or scapular area, which may worsen with eating, drinking, or swallowing.
3. Nausea and vomiting
Some people with esophageal cancer may experience nausea and vomiting. This symptom may be caused by a tumor blocking the esophagus, preventing food from passing through.
4. Loss of appetite
People with esophageal cancer may experience symptoms of loss of appetite. This symptom may be due to the tumor blocking the esophagus, preventing the passage of food smoothly, thus affecting the patient's appetite.
2. The symptoms of pharyngitis mainly include the following aspects
1. Pharyngeal discomfort
Patients with pharyngitis may experience pharyngeal discomfort, such as dry throat, itchy throat, sore throat, etc.
2. Cough
People with pharyngitis may have symptoms of coughing, which may be accompanied by phlegm.
3. Hoarseness
People with pharyngitis may experience hoarseness, which is caused by inflammation of the pharynx that causes edema of the vocal cords.
4. Fever
Some people with severe pharyngitis may have fever.
Summary: In order to prevent the occurrence of esophageal cancer, it is recommended that everyone maintain a healthy diet and Xi habits, and if any symptoms of esophageal cancer occur, they should seek medical attention in time. For the prevention of pharyngitis, it is possible to maintain oral hygiene, avoid smoking and drinking, and avoid excessive use of the throat.