Painful burning sensation in the esophagus when eating

Eating with esophageal pain and burning sensation may be caused by esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease, esophageal polyps or esophageal cancer, etc. Suitable treatment can be chosen according to the cause. Common causes and treatment methods 1, esophagitis: it is a disease characterized by esophageal mucosa edema and congestion, erosion due to irritation or injury. The typical symptoms are acid reflux and heartburn, which can be treated with oral medications that inhibit gastric acid secretion; 3, esophageal polyps: esophageal polyps are less common and clinically there are no obvious symptoms. When the polyp is larger, it can cause a certain degree of swallowing difficulty, so during the process of eating, the food will produce extrusion and friction on the esophageal mucosa, and then produce a burning sensation. It can be treated by endoscopic electrocoagulation, electrodesiccation, laser, microwave, etc. Those who are not suitable for endoscopic treatment can choose surgery; 4.Esophageal cancer: esophageal cancer refers to malignant tumor of epithelial origin of esophagus. If the patient has good general condition, good cardiopulmonary function reserve and no obvious signs of distant metastasis, surgery can be considered. Surgery is the first choice of treatment for esophageal cancer. For those who are not suitable for surgery such as poor general condition, large lesions or distant metastases, radiotherapy or chemotherapy can be chosen as appropriate. In addition, esophageal ulcer, esophageal diverticulum, trauma to esophagus or chemical stimulation on esophageal mucosa can also cause painful feeling in esophagus after eating. It is recommended to go to the hospital in time to clarify the cause and treat accordingly. Pay attention to eating less and more meals, chew slowly, try to eat lightly, avoid cold, spicy and irritating foods, and reduce the intake of alcohol, coffee, strong tea and other stimulating drinks.