Hello, I’ve just joined. Diagnosed with squamous cell oesophageal cancer a week ago following biopsy and endoscopy. Cat scan shows no spread but awaiting a PET scan. I went to my GP in Oct 25 and said I was having some issues swallowing and got referred...
Hello I’m new to this community. My husband was diagnosed with lower oesophageal cancer stage 3 in May. It was an endoscopy that found it and since it’s been ct scan, surgeon appointment, aesthetic, dietician pet scan and a laparoscopy. We ar still unsure...
Hi. My husband has Oesophageal cancer, (it hadn't spread anywhere else at the time). diagnosed in April, but inoperable due to his other issues. He's had 2 failed stents (they moved) and a 3rd failed attempt to place a third. His stomach wall is blocking...
My Dad has recently been diagnosed with Oesphageal cancer. Joining here for advice and support on how to help him. Unfortunately it is palliative care as due to other medical complications they are unable to treat I will have various questions but for...
Hi all, diagnosed 29th June, failed cpex so having chemo and chemoradiotherapy starting next week to treat my t4n2m0 gastro oesophageal junction adenocarcinoma. I live near Aberystwyth in west Wales so nearest place for radiotherapy is Swansea so I'll...
Had an edoscopy yesterday diagnosed right there and then with lower oesophageal cancer 35cm from incisors. Was just shocked as wasnt expecting that at all!! Couldnt even discuss it just wanted to go home. Was awake all night doing the inevitable google...
5 and half weeks ago i had my first gastroscopy and biopsies , told straight away I had a malignant tumour. I’ve had gastroscopy and biopsies repeated, CT scan, PET scan, lung function and echocardiogram and finally an appointment with consultant to...
Hello. I have been recently diagnosed with early squamous cell oesophageal cancer after biopsies. CT scan and PET CT did not show it so its very early. I have been told due to an ulcer in my oesophagus I am unable to have Endoscopic resection so it will...
Hi, not sure if I’m allowed to post on here or not. My husband has oesophageal cancer which has now spread to his bones and liver despite chemotherapy. I’d like to know how others are supporting their loved ones through this difficult time without feeling...
Hi all, I am writing on this page as I am the main person supporting my dad through this awful time. He has been diagnosed with squamous cell and has two tumours one in the middle and one in the lower measuring 4mm and 2mm. They have requested a PET...
