Hello. I have been diagnosed with oesophageal cancer and they have removed two areas of cancerous cells but say that these cover my whole oesophagus and therefore I need to have the operation to remove my entire oesophagus. I have always considered myself...
I started with an endoscopy in April, and was told I had OC. Then had ct scan 2 weeks ago and a pet ct scan yesterday. Was given my results today that it is inoperable as it has spread to nearby lymph nodes . Oncology appointment to be scheduled for chemotherapy...
Hi all my husband has just started his first cycle of chemo (Capox) he is at day 4 but feels really rough ( flu like symptoms, nausea etc) just finished last dex which knocked him about Will this stage pass? Just on chemo drugs from tomorrow ...
My fiance was diagnosed with oesaphagul cancer on December 16th, a date I will never forget. He's been on FLOT chemotherapy and has been told he has 4 cycles, the last one being this Friday. His body has accepted the chemo well, with blood results coming...
Hi, I was diagnosed last June with a tumour in my esophagus. Its been a real kicker. I have had chemo and radio therapy which I finished in December. But its took this long for me to start getting back on my feet, this was due to the dramatic 9st in weight...
Hi ive just signed up as I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed as I have always been healthy. My operation was a success and just want to chat with others who have been through similar. My surgery was in March 2023. thanks Jojoattw
Hi All. I have posted here before. I'm terrified of surgery. Booked for 6th December. Scared witless despite reassurances from surgeon and upper GI nurses. First major surgery I've had. Limited support from family and friends because they've got their...
Hi there I’m new to this resource as my Dad is fighting for his life in the local hospital. He was recently diagnosed with oesophageal cancer. Two masses, one pressing on his food pipe and another on his right bronchus, which also is engulfing a lymph...
Anyone had any problems taking this medication and how you solved them
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