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Hello glassamigos-I’m an esophageal cancer survivor of 5 years in April of 24 having all of...

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Discussion: Newly diagnosed with esophageal cancer: Where did you seek care?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Nov 14, 2023

I had proton radiation-25 rounds over 5 weeks and 5 chemotherapy treatments over 5 weeks at...

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

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Oct 17, 2023

I have been diagnosed with stage 4-4 esophageal cancer 3 weeks ago. It is still local,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/923189/

Discussion: 365 days later after surgery to remove esophageal cancer at Mayo

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Sep 2, 2023

I had the stent put in back in 2021. It was originally supposed to be the...

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Discussion: Vomiting with a closed esophagus

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: May 13, 2023

My dad was just diagnosed with Adenocarcinoma of the esophagus at 54. It has been hard...

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Discussion: Just diagnosed with gastroesophageal adenocarcinoma. Very scared

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Oct 29, 2022

Lulu, hang in there. I saw someone else say this, but it’s great advice, control the...

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Discussion: Really needing some hope and guidance right now

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Apr 28 7:15am

I originally was diagnosed with stage 3, locally advanced esophageal cancer in May, 2024. Ultimately, they...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1222109/

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

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Jan 26 10:25am

Hi I was treated with Radiation and chemo to remove cancerous tumor in my lower esophagus...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1134728/

Discussion: Barrett’s esophagus-friendly diet

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Sep 1, 2024

I was diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer in January 2020. They said it was too...

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Discussion: 3-year survival rate of those who have had esophagectomies at Mayo

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Apr 23, 2023

I think you will find out that treatments and procedures exist and are more effective than...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/839670/

Discussion: Just diagnosed with esophageal cancer.

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Apr 8, 2023

Hi, You mentioned financial concerns, look into Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) for Joe. After working...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/997197/

Discussion: My husband diagnosed 4 weeks ago -Esophageal Cancer- HELP

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Jan 14, 2024

I’m still on liquid diet and I feel my tumor shrink but still have pain to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/865942/

Discussion: Anyone know of exercises or therapies to improve swallowing?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: May 24, 2023

momshmallow @momshmallow Hi I understand how scary EC diagnosis can be. I had it and went...

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Discussion: Husband newly diagnosed

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Jun 9 6:11am

I also have the scaring in the throat due to radiation for throat cancer. It appears...

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Discussion: Has anyone had surgery to remove scar tissue?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 17, 2022

We went to the oncologist yesterday and he wants my husband to do 6 weeks of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1262866/

Discussion: Length of Time Before Treatment

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Mar 20 4:26pm

The surgery is invasive. I've lost close to 50 pounds since my diagnosis in November 22...

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Discussion: Looking for others' experiences with Esophageal Cancer treatments

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Sep 9, 2023

Hi @grandmacranky, I updated the title of your discussion to bring more people into the discussion...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/967712/

Discussion: Radiation, not a candidate for surgery: What to expect?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2023

Don, Thank you so much for all the information it's been a whirlwind after seeing the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/999603/

Discussion: Mass found Suspected Stage 4 Esophageal Cancer squamous cell

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Jan 18, 2024

Hi Colleen, Thank you for your message. The surgeon told us that my husband will receive...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/994127/

Discussion: Poorly differentiated mucinous adenocarcinoma

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Jan 9, 2024

My husband was on track with his chemo / radiation regime , his 3 inch tumor...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/913631/

Discussion: What is the timing for surgery (esophagectomy) after chemoradiation?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Aug 15, 2023

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