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Mild swallowing food issues?: Gastro doctor warns of a possible early sign of this cancer that often goes unnoticedEsophageal cancer often begins subtly. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard-trained gastroenterologist, highlights early signs many miss. Slight swa...
Guardant Health to launch blood-based cancer test in India with Zydus LifesciencesGuardant Health is set to introduce a groundbreaking blood test in India for early cancer detection. This multi-cancer test, co-marketed by...
‘Tough news to swallow’: Nathan Merritt, National Rugby League veteran, reveals two separate stage-4 cancer diagnoses; here’s what he saidRugby league legend Nathan Merritt has revealed a devastating diagnosis of stage 4 esophageal and liver cancer. The South Sydney Rabbitohs ...
Esophageal cancer or GERD? The overlapping symptoms, and the one thing that sets them apartHeartburn is common, but persistent chest discomfort or difficulty swallowing could signal serious issues. Gastroesophageal reflux disease,...
A simple burning sensation could mean more than you think and it’s not related to heart, says Harvard-trained gut doctorChronic heartburn, often caused by stomach acid reflux, can lead to serious health issues like esophageal cancer, as highlighted by Dr. Sau...
‘Simple’ acidity is not so simple: Harvard-trained gut doctor warns heartburn could signal a deadly risk to the bodyHarvard-trained gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi has cautioned against dismissing frequent heartburn as a minor digestive issue. In an ...
Heartburn? Indigestion? US doctor says it could be esophageal cancer: What it is, who’s at risk, and key symptomsEsophageal cancer, affecting the tube connecting the throat to the stomach, is projected to have 22,070 new cases in 2025. Adenocarcinoma, ...
Silent symptom of cancer that millions live with, without realising. When should you visit doctor?A common condition like acid reflux is often dismissed as harmless, but doctors are warning that persistent symptoms could point to esophag...
Bengali filmmaker, Arun Roy, passes away at 56Bengali filmmaker Arun Roy, known for movies Hiralal and Bagha Jatin, passed away after battling cancer. He died due to a severe lung infec...
50-60 pc cancer cases detected in India annually are preventable, say oncologistsIndia faces a growing cancer crisis, with 1.4 million new cases diagnosed annually, a number projected to surge to 2.69 million by 2050. Al...
Do you use Listerine Cool Mint mouthwash? It may increase your cancer risk, claims a studyA study in the Journal of Medical Microbiology warns of increased cancer risks associated with regular use of Listerine Cool Mint mouthwash...
From promoting a healthy gut to reducing risk of breast cancer, 5 reasons to have more walnutsWalnuts have antioxidants, Vitamin E, melatonin, and plant compounds known as polyphenols that can reduce bad cholesterol.
World Cancer Day: Get to know the 5 most common cancers in IndiaOn this World Cancer Day, get to know the most common cancers identified in India.
Esophageal cancer causes genetic changes in patients, study revealsThere are a few genetic changes when esophageal cancer sets in which can be diagnosed early on as revealed by a study. The study was conduc...
Acid reflux is more worrisome than you think, limit intake of tea & peanut butter sandwichesDiet and lifestyle changes can ward off complaints of heartburn.
Single blood test may detect eight types of cancer: StudyThe test is aimed at screening for eight common cancer types that account for more than 60 per cent of cancer deaths in the US, researchers...
Cancer rates on the rise in lower-income countries: StudyThe increase in many low-and middle-income countries is partially due to increases in risk factors that are typical of Western countries.
Low-cost device can eliminate need for costly biopsiesA low-cost microendoscope could eliminate the need for costly biopsies for many patients undergoing endoscopic screening for esophageal can...
India, Bangladesh have 80 per cent smokeless tobacco usersThe report says that there is sufficient evidence to conclude that smokeless tobacco causes oral cancer, esophageal cancer and pancreatic c...
- Esophageal cancer drug market to double by 2014
The esophageal cancer drug market in India will grow from $16 million in 2009 to $36 million in 2014, says a research firm.