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Looking for others' experiences with Esophageal Cancer treatments
I am looking for folks that have been through this process, particularly in Phoenix. Any recommendations? I am in week 3 of Chemo and Proton...
Anyone having excessive mucous problems following surgery .
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/anyone-having-excessive-mucous-problems-following-surgery/
Its been 18mo since the surgery. I've completed chemo, radiation and now 12 mos. of immunotherapy.. We've been through all the expected and a great...
Really needing some hope and guidance right now
I’m a 45 year old healthy female other than what I’m about to say. I have been exhausted and had trouble swallowing food and drinks...
Excessive Mucus with Esophageal Cancer
Does anyone suffer from excessive mucus after eating or drinking. I was diagnosed with Esophageal Cancer one year ago. I started off with chemo, which...
Anorexia & nausea 3 months after esophagectomy
I am a remote support caregiver for my best friend. I live in FL and he lives in. NYC. He is 58 and was diagnosed...
Has anyone had surgery to remove scar tissue?
I have a lot of scar tissue from radiation leaving me with a challenged airway - it has also ratcheted down on my vocal cords...
Oesophagus Cancer Surgery
My 58 year old dad who is usually fit, healthy, a non smoker and non drinker has been diagnosed with oesophageal cancer. We were told...
Recently diagnosed with Esophageal Cancer SCC.
I was just diagnosed 8/20 with Esophageal Cancer SCC. I am headed to Mayo 9/17. It is a very large tumor, 8.5cm in the lower...
Asking for pre-op and first trip travel questions/tips.
My brother was diagnosed with EC in Feb. 2023 (T3 N1). He has been through 5 chemo and 27 radiation treatments. We live in NM...
Esophagectomy Surgery No Longer an Option -We Are Lost- Help
My husband has gone through 5 weeks of chemo and radiation for stage 3 Esophageal cancer. He has had a J tube. He's had a...
Stress Management for Cancer: Free online course from Mayo
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/stress-management-for-cancer-free-online-course-from-mayo/
Mayo Clinic's Cancer Education Center just uploaded a new self-learning course to help people (patients and caregivers) living with cancer to manage stress.You can work...
Father Diagnosis: Hereditary/Genetic Factor with Esophageal Cancer?
Hi, I just joined 3/12/2024 to gain knowledge. I must say after reading some of the posts about this journey that my 85 yr old...
Reflux with blockage that doesn't even let water through
Hello. My dad was recently diagnosed with esophageal cancer. It is either stage 3 or 4 - the tests so far haven't been conclusive. Unfortunately,...
Blood Transfusions with esophageal and stomach cancer
My husband was diagnosed with esophageal and stomach cancer about 4 weeks ago. We are still waiting for excellent insurance to approve everything. In the...
2 years post surgery: Any tips for sleeping and eating?
Hi. I live in New Zealand and was diagnosed with a stage 4 adenocarcinoma of the oesophagus in September 22. I had intensive chemo twice...
Surgery coming up for my husband
My husband went through 4 cycles of FLOT and is now scheduled for surgery on 8/21. The chemo was rough but they lowered the 4th...
New to the club, 44 y/o introduction
Just begun this journey, I'm in the middle of getting a treatment plan. So far just some endoscopies, blood work, lung test, Pet/ct and an...
Post treatment depression
Good morning warriors. Things have gone extremely well for me through the treatment, and for that I truly feel blessed. I am 5 months post...
Newly diagnosed with esophageal cancer: Where did you seek care?
Hello all. My first post and I appreciate having someplace to turn. My husband, who is 76, was given a diagnosis of esophageal cancer just...
New Here: Dad has Stage 4 - What's next after 2 years?
Hi all. My Dad was diagnosed in January of 2021 when he couldn't eat without food getting stuck in esophagus. Has spread to Lymph nodes,...
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