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Is this esophageal cancer?!

by Kats6, Jul 30, 2008 07:55PM
Please help me. I am really worried now. I've been getting a stabbing pain between my shoulderblades (breast level). Sometimes it starts after I eat. I also feel like there is something stuck in my throat (which could also be cause by allergic rhinitis). I was checked by an otorhinolaringologist and he said my tonsils were not swollen and there was no infection.  This has been going on for more than a week. I am very worried that it could be a peptic ulcer or even esophageal cancer. The thing is that i am a 19 year-old female. Should I even be concerned about cancer?
Any advice will be deeply appreciated. Thank you.
Member Comments (1)

by Myown, Jul 30, 2008 08:13PM
To: Kate
I don't think its cancer. your doctor would have seen some sign. Since it happens while you are eating, make sure you eat slowly and chew your food well. You are only 19 years old and you probably have a very busy schedule and you may be rushing to finish your meals to keep up with your schedule. If a person is stressed while eating or eats too fast, that can cause symptoms such as what you have been having. Sometimes people don't realize how important it is to relax when they eat and to eat slowly and chew their food well.

I know it sounds like simple advice, but give it a try and see if you feel better.

I hope you feel better soon.
MO
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