Frequent heartburn? Doctor says it could be esophageal cancer, a disease on the rise in the US
Esophageal cancer cases are increasing in the US. A doctor links this rise to GERD, a chronic digestive issue. Heartburn can be a sign of GERD. Long-term GERD can damage the esophagus, potentially leading to Barrett’s esophagus, a precancerous condition. Risks include being male, over 50, Caucasian, obese, a smoker, or having a family history. Read more below!