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These are comm I n post operative complications seen in patients who've undergone of colonic interposition...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1381319/

Discussion: Help with post surgery symptoms baffling docs.

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Aug 28, 2025

I made an extra large sleeve that would hold a wide wedge bed. I added soft...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1370780/

Discussion: Wedge pillows

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Aug 14, 2025

I too was diagnosed with ESCC in June (2nd) of this year. Squamous cell carcinoma. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1365328/

Discussion: Got the Confirmation Last Night

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Aug 6, 2025

Sending you prayers and strength. My husband, also diagnosed at 62, is on the other side...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1347891/

Discussion: Husband newly diagnosed

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Jul 14, 2025

My husband just completed his four rounds of chemo. He will start radiation/chemo July 14 and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1340878/

Discussion: Should i get an esophagectomy?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Jul 4, 2025

I suppose I shouldn't weigh in here, since we've had many phone chats in addition to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1333306/

Discussion: Should i get an esophagectomy?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Jun 23, 2025

I would like your input on my situation. I am a 64 year old male, 2b...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1333136/

Discussion: Esophageal Cancer: Surgery Or Not?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Jun 23, 2025

So, just back from Boston. Saw chief of thoracic surgery at Brigham & Women's. He has...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1326420/

Discussion: Husband newly diagnosed

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Jun 13, 2025

Hi, My name is Scott I’ve had the same cancer. I’m 62 Stage three. I understand...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1300472/

Discussion: Really needing some hope and guidance right now

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: May 9, 2025

Hi Lulu3780 I have stage III adenocarcinoma, Her2 negative, diagnosed in July 2023. I had chemo...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1288688/

Discussion: Really needing some hope and guidance right now

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Apr 24, 2025

Way to go HealthyLynn. Your lifestyle changes alongside western medicine have served you well. It's now...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1276916/

Discussion: Esophageal cancer treatment: Anyone have good experiences to share?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Apr 8, 2025

This discussion resonates strongly with me. At 78, I am diagnosed with Stage 3 adenocarcinoma, with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1266955/

Discussion: Newly diagnosed and really confused: Surgery vs Chemo + Radiation

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Mar 26, 2025

Sorry u r going thru this. I am going thru this with my son, he is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1256365/

Discussion: Brand new esophageal cancer diagnosis: What questions to ask?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Mar 12, 2025

Hello Dave, I wish that things are going well. I have recently been diagnosed with T2B....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1252194/

Discussion: My sister was diagnosed today. Is the Mayo the best place for surgery?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Mar 7, 2025

I’m sorry to hear of your husband’s diagnosis. A year ago February I was diagnosed with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1250465/

Discussion: GEJ Adenocarcinoma

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Mar 4, 2025

Thank God for your nurse! So glad you had such a positive outcome. My husband has...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1249087/

Discussion: I am now a 76 year old male and had esophageal cancer 12 years ago

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2025

I don't know. I live in Tennessee

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1233971/

Discussion: Living life after treatment and surgery for Esophageal Cancer.

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Feb 10, 2025

You are a true survivor! So thankful you are living your life and doing well. Your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1181938/

Discussion: Esophagectomy: What is life like Afterwards?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Nov 29, 2024

I do hope your decision to bypass radiation therapy has worked out for you. Radiation therapy...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1169655/

Discussion: Throat Radiation After-Effects, Aspiration & Suffocating Mucous

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 7, 2024

David, good to hear from you again. Writing this from hospital as after yesterday’s treatment (...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1158597/

Discussion: Last chemo treatment put me in hospital

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Oct 17, 2024

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