← Return to Living life after treatment and surgery for Esophageal Cancer.

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That’s great news David that you have survived ESC for 9 years. I started my journey last August 2024 went through flot program so 4 chemo treatments every other week for 2 months then waited 5 weeks then had Ivory Lewis surgery that’s robotics surgery. No big incisions I had two surgeons one for the front and one for my right side. 9 hr surgery. Recovery for me was actually pretty good. 8 days in hospital. Then waited 4 weeks had 4 more chemo treatments same way every other week for 2 months. Had my pet scan in July everything clear. I do eat small meals more often but can eat most foods. Digestive system is getting better every day. I credit that to being active walking is big for me also use lite free weights trying to get some muscle back. Like you said a positive attitude is everything. I’m 62 and I’ll be 63 soon. I’m grateful for everyone that has helped me along the way. And grateful for everyday I’m here. My oncologist and surgeons and nurses were the best can’t thank them enough. My wife and sons and all my family were there for me. They are making more and more progress in this area of ESC. Scott

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That is wonderful news. Sounds like your surgery + chemo treatment was successful. But more importantly, your post-surgery has gone well. You are eating small meals and have no problems with digestion. But know that your journey is just beginning. Absent a sphincter, you will experience acid reflux and possibly bile from time to time. My mistake was trying to eat normal sized meals. That led to some gagging, vomiting and acid reflux issues. Small meals is the best prescription for our altered anatomy. Best of luck and stay positive!