Hi I also had flot treatments I started my treatments last year in October had 4 treatments every other week for 2 months. I also had a j tube put in because I couldn’t swallow any food and very little liquid. I had lost 45 lbs needed to put weight on before my surgery. So after my first 4 treatments I waited 5 weeks then surgery in January Ivory Lewis surgery. I had two surgeons surgery was 9 hrs. First couple of days were tough but I still was happy because surgeons were happy with the results. So chest tube coming out right side another tube down my throat and my j tube for feedings. So still no drinking anything for 7 days need to heal my new esophagus that was made from my stomach. They took 7 inches of my esophagus out. So after 7 days it was time for my swallow test to make sure there were no leaks. Every thing went great this was a great day for me. I also got my tube down my throat out and my chest tube out. Now they let me drink water and coffee. Also popsicles and broth and jello. First time I had swallowed anything in 6 months. I was so grateful and happy that day. Now there was breathing exercises I also did to make my recovery quicker and walking as much as I could the more I walked the better I felt. Needed to build my stamina and strength back. Now we are all different how this affects us. Now my body is still trying to get used to my new esophagus and rerouted stomach. Definitely not a fast process. Figuring out the foods you tolerate is also a process. We all are different in that regard also. I eat smaller meals so not to upset my stomach. It’s been almost a year now it is getting easier to eat and digest my food. My scans have come back clear and getting stronger every day. My team of doctors and nurses was awesome they took incredible care of me. Through out this journey I was always positive about everything. I wasn’t going to let this cancer beat me without a fight. So try and stay positive and fight the good fight. Wishing you the best!! Scott