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My MIL was recently diagnosed with T3N2M1 esophageal cancer. I will post a full run down on how her journey to date, as its not been a straight forward one. I'm looking for some initial advice on surgery options. My MIL today was told surgery is not...
last feb my beloved husband became ill - which eventually was diagnosed as autoimmune hepatitis. it was touch and go for a while. liver and kidneys complications. we had a horrendous time, long days at hospital etc. eventually he turned a corner. in september...
Hi all I hope you are all doing okay My friend has a CT scan in a few weeks after his treatment - chemo, surgery and chemo. Is this to check that there is no cancer? can this scan detect even early cancer or Lymph Nodes for example? Has anyone any...
Hi sorry not been on here much tough few weeks fella finally hone form hospital after 4 weeks stent put in liver to un block duct . So chemo now to start on 20th march. Hes finding it hard ti swallow soilds so hes on soups and smoothies the blender is...
I am new to posting because when i started my journey during covid all i found was negativity, but I have a positive story I would like to share. I hope this can help some and not wound those whose outcomes are different. Stay strong, for some there...
Hello and good wishes to all here. I just thought I’d introduce myself as I shall probably be spending some time on here throughout my journey. I’ll try not to waffle too much (although I’m sure I will!) as I’ll probably update my story when time allows...
Yesterday was the start of my second week of chemo (Paclitaxel and Carboplatin) and radiotherapy. I had all my pre-meds but as soon as they started the Paclitaxel my chest went tight, I had difficulty breathing and hot flushes. Obviously it was red button...
I started my journey in June 2024 with a diagnosis of adenocarcinoma T3N0M0. The symptom that that led to my diagnosis was mild but consistent acid reflux. I am deemed inoperable due to underlying medical conditions. So I received definitive chemoradiotherapy...
Hi, My GP has referred me Endoscopy on Monday and today I received a letter to let me know that I’m on the 2 week pathway and to call tomorrow for my appointment. Now I’m panicking as I know this is the cancer pathway. I’m 47 and my symptoms began...
I finished radiotherapy to the oesophagus in the middle of September. For the last 2 weeks of treatment eating hot more and more painful. I have tried various painkilling formulas with little success and I also have near constant nausea and constipation...
