Oesophageal and Gastric Cancer
Oesophageal Cancer is a type of cancer affecting the food pipe (oesophagus), the long tube that carries food from the throat to the stomach.
Gastric Cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the lining of the stomach. Age, diet, and stomach disease can affect the risk of developing gastric cancer.
Oesophageal Cancer
Oesophageal Cancer is the Seventh most common cause of Cancer Death in the UK
Oesophageal Cancer mainly affects people in their 60s and 70s, and is more common in men than women.
If Oesophageal Cancer is diagnosed at an early stage, it may be possible to cure it with Surgery or Chemotherapy.
Symptoms of Oesophageal Cancer
- Difficulty swallowing
- Persistent indigestion or heartburn
- Bringing up food soon after eating
- Loss of appetite and weight loss
- Pain or discomfort in your upper tummy, chest or back
Gastric Cancer
Age, diet, and stomach disease can affect the risk of developing gastric cancer.
Gastric Cancer is often treatable, but it can be difficult to treat.
Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease sufferers, may also get symptoms like these regularly.
Symptoms of Gastric Cancer
- Difficulty swallowing
- Persistent indigestion or heartburn
- Bringing up food soon after eating
- Loss of appetite and weight loss
- Pain or discomfort in your upper tummy, chest or back
