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Hello @keith123 I am not aware of scar tissue removal but have heard of people having their esophagus stretched to help them swallow. I assume you are seeing a speech/swallow pathologist and have had swallowing tests. I know this is a terrible problem for many head and neck cancer patients who have had radiation in the throat area. My surgery and radiation was to the front part of my mouth so I can swallow all right but can't bite or chew so have to have very soft foods. It is certainly worth asking around to see what treatment is out there.

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I have had my throat stretched many times, but I do not have an esophageal problem. My problem is an ENT issue above the Adams Apple where the radiation was done that has caused severe swallowing problems from the scar tissue from radiation. My Doctors are recommending a feeding tube, which I am trying to avoid ! They said the only thing I can do is speech therapy exercises to help some !