Hello @bethm71 and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I found an existing discussion on esophagectomy surgery so you will notice I have moved your post so that you may connect with others who can share their experiences with you as you look into your husband's symptoms. You can find your post here:
- Esophagectomy surgery: Want to know what to expect: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/esophagectomy-surgery/

Has your husband had any follow-up lung therapy like it is mentioned here under the "after procedure" section:
- Esophagectomy: https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/esophagectomy/about/pac-20385084