Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Esophageal Cancer - Risk Factors

ON THIS PAGE: You will find out more about the factors that increase the chance of developing esophageal cancer. Use the menu to see other pages.

A risk factor is anything that increases a person’s chance of developing cancer. Although risk factors often influence the development of cancer, most do not directly cause cancer. Some people with several risk factors never develop cancer, while others with no known risk factors do. Knowing your risk factors and talking about them with your doctor may help you make more informed lifestyle and health care choices.

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