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Healing process after throat cancer treatments: What to expect?
Head & Neck Cancer | Last Active: Nov 3 9:09am | Replies (30)Comment receiving replies
@nlovejoy
Hi, I had esophageal cancer which was treated with chemo and radiation. I also had a feeding tube for several months as I could not swallow due to tumor in lower esophagus. I was taking Isosource by feeding tube and it did provide nutrition. But I was having several side affects including coughing, tiredness, and diarrhea. Now the tube is out and scans show I'm cancer free. How far along is your husband? I'd be happy to answer any questions?
Don
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Thank you so much for your reply. CONGRATS on being cancer free!! My husband completed treatment 3 weeks ago. Every day is different for him. The sloughing of the throat has been horrific. He coughs and gags, spitting up a lot of ugly stuff. That part is improving each day. Did you experience any of that? How long did you have the feeding tube once treatment was completed?
Thank you for your input!
Nieta