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Scar tissue in throat caused by radiation and chemo treatment

Head & Neck Cancer | Last Active: Feb 8 3:22pm | Replies (101)
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I had some scar tissue after chem/radiation/major surgery for Stage 4 esophageal cancer. During my recovery, I had my esophagus stretched under sedation. During 1 of the stretchings, the doctor broke thru the scar tissue and my swallowing was much better.

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imaginus | @imaginus | Aug 23, 2023

I had stage 4 esophageal cancer as well. I'm suffering from scar tissue issues and have been living with a trach for 6 months.My doctor has told me it's permanent...without even suggesting any alternatives. I also have a feeding tube and am currently only allowed thick liquidy substances.

I have been reading about oesophagus stretching. Is it on-going process? What has it been like for you?

I am not going to throw in the towel until I have explored other options. I don't believe any doctor has the ability to dictate an absolute.

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