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Hello I was 50 when diagnosed stage 4 esophageal cancer. Handled chemotherapy and radiation with little...

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Discussion: Mom 57 Diagnosed with Stage 3 Adenocarcinoma - Looking for experiences

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Dec 15, 2025

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Hi , my tumor too was very high in my throat , I am now cancer...

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Discussion: Scar tissue in throat caused by radiation and chemo treatment

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 24, 2020

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Here's the update: The endoscopy was done and showed severe radiation esophagitis with a tight stricture...

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Discussion: What was your experience immediately following RT/chemo?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Jun 16, 2024

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I use a 48FR dilator, but have a 46FR as a backup. I have to insert...

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Discussion: Bubbling in esophagus when eating acidic foods

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: May 7, 2025

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My case was not as progressed as your mother's. Mine was confined to the esophagus and...

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Discussion: Proton Radiation vs Continue Chemo Only Decision Help/Experience with

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Aug 9, 2025

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My husband had an esophagectomy a year ago. No chemo or radiation, because the cancer was...

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Discussion: Any solutions for hypersecretion to be able to sleep?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Nov 29, 2025

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Edward I'm sorry to hear of your mother's struggles. One of the more problematic aspects of...

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Discussion: Vomiting with a closed esophagus

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: May 14, 2023

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I've seen a few folks who have been self-dilating... but it's certainly not common. I too...

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Discussion: Anyone out there performing self Esophageal dilation

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Feb 13, 2024

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Gary To say that my disease has been challenging is a profound understatement. Thus far, when...

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Discussion: Looking for others' experiences with Esophageal Cancer treatments

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Aug 5, 2023

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@cometsmom I'm one of those who opted against the surgery. There were two factors - age...

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Discussion: Chemoradiation Alone?

Support Group: Esophageal Cancer

Posted: Mar 23 11:26am