Kim Kardashian diagnosed with esophagitis. Why Kris Jenner is worried
USA Today • • general
Key Points:
- Kim Kardashian was recently diagnosed with esophagitis, an inflammation of the esophagus, as revealed in a trailer for Season 8 of "The Kardashians."
- The diagnosis has raised concern among her family and friends, especially given that her late father, Robert Kardashian, died from esophageal cancer.
- Esophagitis can cause symptoms like difficulty swallowing and chest pain, and may result from acid reflux, infections, allergies, or medications, with treatments varying based on cause and severity.
- Esophageal cancer, distinct from esophagitis, involves malignant tumors in the esophagus and can present symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, weight loss, and chest pain, with two main types being adenocarcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.
- The Kardashian family has a history of esophageal health issues, intensifying concerns about Kim's diagnosis and its potential implications.
