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← Return to Eating after an esophagectomy
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Esophageal Cancer | Last Active: May 22 7:11am | Replies (22)
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My husband is 3.5 years post-surgery. He has no issue with chewing, swallowing etc. He is able to eat a regular size meal - the challenge he faces is with dumping syndrome. It is more about the types of foods he can have, not from a mastication standpoint but from a digestive standpoint.
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@supportivewife
My experience is very similar to your husband’s. I can swallow and eat most foods but I am careful about the portion size and I do have to chew
My bigger issue is the dumping. I’m almost 2 years post surgery and still have bouts of chronic diarrhea. I am also lactose intolerant so dairy is off limits for me.
Even after 2 years, I don’t always know how a certain food will affect me.