My esophagectomy with gastric pullup was July 2019. The thing I wish I’d done before the surgery is to get an adjustable bed.
Using a foam wedge wasn’t comfortable so my best option was to get 2 separate twin adjustable beds so my control was independent of my husband’s. Two twins side by side =a king size bed so the bedspread still made them look like one bed.
Having my head & shoulders supported is best for me.
The feeding tube was a big pain in my side, literally. My pants rubbed it as I walked and later decided to wrap an elastic bandage over it and that helped.
Do the deep breathing exercises and walk, walk, walk. Movement helps a lot.
Finally, if things don’t seem right, call your doctor sooner than later.
I’m doing great at my 2 year mark and wish you tge best too.