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My husband was diagnosed with stage 4 oesophageal cancer in October, he did have it 6 years ago and got over it but it has now returned. 6 years ago he was given a small chance f survival but managed to beat it. This time he has lost a lot of weight due...
A bout to start 6 weeks of radiotherapy with 2 chemo sessions. My cancer symptoms started back in December but for various reasons, mainly being sent from one department to another and COVID, was not diagnosed until September. I have a RIG for feeding...
Ok. So I made it through the first cycle of chemo and immunotherapy for the oesophageal cancer which is also in the lymph nodes and liver. I am in the week off truly enjoying not having to time everything according to when I need to take the chemo pills...
Hi! Hope everyone is doing okay and that other scheduled operation went well according to plan. i felt like I was doing really well but am finding myself having difficulty with the above. The anti nausea medication is ok. I just feel so tired and can...
Hi, I'm 45 and was diagnosed with Stage 3 oesophageal cancer of the GE Junction in October 2021. I had chemo-radiotherapy for 4.5 weeks Dec-Jan 2022. I was due to have surgery to remove the tumour about 6 weeks ago but COVID struck 1st March and delayed...
Hi all just been diagnosed with early stages of cancer of the gullet where I have been told they need to operate in the next 4-6 weeks and hopefully catch it through telescope surgery I am looking for honest advice and criticism and all the help I can...
I know oesophageal cancer can be really cruel with not being able to swallow and digest foods . I wanted to share this amazing cook book I came across looking on e bay, it’s only £10.00 . But the advice is brilliant and the recipes seem very appetising...
Hi there, I have come to this group as my grandmother has just had a diagnosis. She has lost a lot of weight and has been needing more rest. My grandma has always been a very independent woman who loves to care for her family more than anything; she...
Hello, so my husband has done 3 chemo treatments, they said not working so the started a stronger chemo treatment which he did 2 so far plus he's had 3 immunotherapy treatments as well. Last Friday the hospital called saying they were cancelling his treatments...
Hi all, I am struggling with calorie intake and wondered if anyone could tell me what foodstuffs they eat and how they keep weight on brst wishes mary m
