Husband newly diagnosed

Being strong for each other is so important. Hi I’m Scott I’ve had EC since July of 2024. So I don’t know what treatments you might get. So I had flot treatments that is 4 chemotherapy treatments within a two month period with 3 different chemo drugs. Then waited 5 weeks had surgery with 2 surgical teams 9 hours. Waited 4 more weeks and had 4 more chemotherapy treatments. Through all this I had a I got this attitude always positive. Also my wife, my boys and my family were the greatest support team I could have possibly had. My oncologist my surgeons all the nurses were awesome. This is the most important part of this journey. So it’s so important you trust your doctor or doctors. Ask any all questions you have. Great doctors won’t shy away from your questions. Should have a nutritionist also that will help with all your concerns about eating and keeping weight on. I had a j tube for 7 months because I couldn’t eat or drink. That was great for keeping weight on for me. That’s and option if need be. So my treatments have been done for 2 months now. Eating is getting better depending on foods. You’ll have ups and downs. But you got this!! There’s other patients on here also that can help with different aspects of this cancer. Also I’m 62!

Thank you Scott! I am trying really hard to be strong for my husband and rally all the friends and family support that I can. I truly believe in people power. It definitely takes a village. I wish you strength on your journey and I am blessed to have your support.
--Shelly

I am almost in the same boat as you. My husband will be 62 next week. We have been together for 42 years. He also appears to have a spot on his liver and his lymph nodes may be involved.
We still have so many tests to get through.
But this group is amazing! Many survivors and so encouraging!
Sending you hugs and strength.

I wish that it will be so. Though I fear his may have spread. Time and more tests will tell.
I am so grateful for your encouraging support.
Stay safe.
Shelly

My sister had been diagnosed with Esophageal Cancer last week and was advised not curable only treatable/Managble.She had stent put in airways and also they are going to put another in food pipe.They said lymph nodes become cancerous tumor on throat.We as family so scared and worried about my sister.Is there any help for her?Can this be cured doctors are saying they can not do surgery only chemo and Immunotherapy.Can somebody please help if you have any information.Thank you

Hi Scott here, this is the hardest news you can hear I know. So you can and should get second opinion. Try and find a tumor board they discuss cases with multiple doctors to go over treatments and potential surgery. I had stage 3 EC treated with chemotherapy and surgery and chemotherapy again. That started August of 2024 first found out. Treatment chemotherapy started October 7th surgery January 3rd other chemotherapy February 9th finished April 5th. There maybe other alternatives also. Trials might be available also. Don’t give up hope ok there’s been different treatments on this forum also. Hope this helps be well!! Scott

My husband is taking ivermectin and fendendazole as we wait for our oncology appointment next week. Several people have told us about this combination helps to break down the cancer cells. Has anyone tried it?

Hello Scott!
Where would one look for a tumor board?
I will ask the doctor at Brigham and Women's today.
Thank you!!

I am following this as well.
Interested in seeing any answers.

Hello @jmaaccg, there's a lot of information as well as misinformation circulating about ivermectin and its use as a treatment for cancer. It does not clear or cure cancer.

Ivermectin is used to treat river blindness (onchocerciasis), intestinal infection from threadworms (strongyloidiasis), and other kinds of worm infections. Ivermectin is an anthelmintic. It works by interfering with the nerve and muscle functions of worms, by paralyzing and killing them. (https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/ivermectin-oral-route/description/drg-20064397)

Researchers are studying Ivermectin to see if it may be used as an anti-cancer drug and early studies show promise. Please note that this research is in the early stages (mice studies) and has not yet been tested in human trials. Ivermectin is not yet a proven standard treatment for cancer or other off-label diagnoses.

@jmaaccg, facing a new diagnosis must be difficult and a lot to process. Is your provider aware that your husband is using ivermectin and fenbendazole?