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Food, not sticking but felt that it is moving slowly down,could it be esophageal cancer?(18 male)no risk factors.
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Unlikely, esp at 18 : Other things would be higher on the list, primarily dysmotility. The smooth contractions within the esophageal area may not be working correctly. Or the lower esophageal sphincter may be dysfunctional. A GI doc could help determine the cause.
Answered 6/21/2014
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