GOJ joint cancer 5cm

Hi, i was diagnosed with the same February 5th. It's been a whirlwind of appointments since then, pet scan and lung and heart tests oming up this Monday and Tuesday.  It does come as a big shock, but there is hope. One of the first tings I did was order a book from amazon,by Dr Alex Michael, beyond the esophageal cancer diagnosis.I'ts easy to read, not sugar coating the situation nor scaremongering,  but it does demystify the language medics use, suggests the types of questions to ask and helps those walking the journey alongside understand what is going on. I haven't read the treatment pages yet until I know what path im on. 

I also joined an esophagus cancer survivors Facebook group, as well as this one. The encouragement I have had from them really helps stay positive, some of the stories are amazing and give hope. 

One thing I wasn't prepared for was the egg white sometimes foamy slime I've been bringing up regularly. Found out talking to my CN that it is something the tumor produces. Discovered it is common, and people carry cups or bags to get it away, it comes up quick and isn't pleasant. Been told that pineapple juice might help, just stated drinking that today, I'll let you know! 

If eating becomes difficult ask the cn  or dietician to get some samples of fortysip through to you. They are 2000 cals in a pleasant drink, best kept in the fridge,  though I do have to thin mine a little with milk. Love forest fruit, mocha tastes like an iced coffee, the banana one reminds me of the foam sweets we had as kids!

Anyways, hope this helps a little.  I will pray for good outcomes for dad, and peace for your whole family. Hang in there. Love to both x

My advice is to wait until you have a full diagnosis from your father’s multi disciplinary team before asking this question.

There will be many people on this site including myself who were first diagnosed with a 5cm tumour at the GOJ. After that there are various treatment options depending on a lot of other factors. Once you know specifics you will be able to ask questions on those options and outcomes here. And get a more meaningful response.

Waiting for the full diagnosis brings with it anxiety and the shock you refer to. Usually once a treatment plan is in place most people feel somewhat relieved.

Another thing I would add is keep off Google!