Hi everyone, I am new here, I was diagnosed with stage 2/3 (they're unsure) oesophageal cancer (Ardino carcinoma) located at the junction of the oesophagus and the stomach.
I have just started chemotherapy. I am unable to eat or drink, so have a NG feeding tube. My only desire at present is to have a drink, I'm finding myself sipping various fluids and spitting them down the sink, just to have taste in my mouth.
I'm hoping to be drinking within 2 sessions of chemotherapy and finally get this tube removed.
Has anyone gone through the same?
When could you take on fluids?
Thank you,
Christophe
My dad noticed a difference after his 2nd FLOT session with regards to eating, I hope you have the same experience and notice an improvement. Wishing you all the very best.
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