Kim Kardashian has esophagitis: What is it, when to see the doctor, and how is it different from esophageal cancer that killed her father?

Kim Kardashian revealed her esophagitis diagnosis during a reality show trailer. This condition involves inflammation of the esophagus, which is different from cancer. Her father, Robert Kardashian, died from esophageal cancer in 2003. Esophagitis can cause pain and difficulty swallowing, while cancer involves uncontrolled cell growth. Persistent esophageal symptoms warrant medical attention for proper diagnosis and treatment.