Can esophageal cancer cause a stabbing pain in the chest?
Disease description:
Recently, my grandmother has been experiencing difficulty swallowing, along with a stabbing pain in her chest. I'm very concerned that it might be related to her esophagus. Can esophageal cancer cause a stabbing pain in the chest?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Haiming
Esophageal cancer can cause a stabbing pain in the chest, along with back pain, persistent chest discomfort, fatigue, and difficulty swallowing during regular meals. In severe cases, patients may even be unable to swallow water or saliva. If patients experience the above symptoms, they should seek immediate medical evaluation, undergo appropriate tests such as gastroscopy, and receive targeted treatment once a definitive diagnosis is established.
