Each of us has some similarities and differences in how we respond to post surgical recovery. I am 90 days out and doing pretty darn good. The surgery, hospital stay and recovery was tough, but gets easier every day. It seems like it was a long time ago. Frankly, the tube feeding process was harder on my wife than it was for me. I didn't feel much, except some pain at the incision point. Otherwise, I was sleeping during most feedings. I transitioned to solid foods after 3 weeks and eat small meals frequently. Watch your portions, chew alot and take your time. Finish eating based on portion size, not your perceived fullness level. The brain takes 20 minutes after eating to assess your feelings of fullness. After 90 days, I'm still 20 lbs less than before surgery, but I work out 2.5 hours a day (I'm a personal trainer) and gaining muscle and strength back quickly. Eating a high percentage of protein is key. I'm currently going through immunotherapy for one year total. It's early, but no side effects so far. I had a stage 4, locally advanced diagnosis, went through chemo/radiation and esophagectomy. The cancer was removed, margins clear and my oncologist says I'm a cancer survivor. I'll wait a few years before I say that, but I am very optimistic. Take it day by day, but look forward to better days ahead. Like I said, everyone's case is different, but a positive point of helps everyone. Best of luck to you!

Praying for your quick recovery. My husband is post op eating small meals still has j tube but hopefully to be removed next week. Will start post op FLOT chemo soon. He is out shoveling snow now. So keep positive.

Hi @lisa1teacher, thinking of you as you recovery from surgery. I look forward to hearing from you when you’re willing and able.