At first my Oncologist classified me as Stage 4, but changed to 3 after another PET Scan ruled out that it had spread to my liver. I then went through 7 Chemo, 34 Radiation treatments and then the Surgery from hell that pretty much everyone else goes through. That was a little over 5 years ago. I still deal with a few complications and have to self dilate my esophagus daily but I thank God, and everyone else who helped me get through this. I hope your journey goes as well as mine and feel free to ping me anytime. Take Care!!!