Esophageal Cancer
Exposure to asbestos may increase the risk of certain types of esophageal cancer. Esophageal cancer occurs in the esophagus, the muscular tube that moves food from the mouth to the stomach. This type of cancer can spread to almost any other part of the body.
Recently the Institute of Medicine evaluated the evidence suggesting that asbestos exposure causes cancers of the pharynx, larynx, esophagus, and other organs. The committee concluded that the evidence is:
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- Sufficient to suggest that asbestos exposure is a cause of laryngeal cancer
- Suggestive but not sufficient to assume asbestos exposure is a cause of pharyngeal cancer
Esophageal cancer is divided into two types:
- Squamous cell carcinomas - occur in the cells that line the esophagus
- Adenocarcinomas - occur in the glandular tissue in the lower part of the esophagus
Symptoms of esophageal cancer can include:
- Difficulty swallowing
- Weight loss
- Pain in the throat
- Hoarseness
- Vomiting
If you or a loved one has a history of asbestos exposure, you may wish to visit our Testing for Asbestos-Related Illness page. There you will find information on the various medical tests available for confirming the presence of asbestos-related illnesses and abnormalities.
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If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with esophageal cancer, mesothelioma or any other asbestos-related disease from workplace or home exposure to asbestos, contact an experienced asbestos lawyer immediately. Asbestos attorneys have helped thousands of workers sickened by asbestos win compensation for lost wages and medical costs.