Hello Mirkel and thanks for posting

I am sorry to hear about your dad's past treatment for oesophageal cancer and the recent news of a skin cancer.

It is known that patients who have had previous radiotherapy treatment are at greater risk of developing a skin cancer in the irradated area, when this occurs it is often many years later.

Other patients are unfortunate enough to get more than 1 cancer in their lifetime. 

Do ask the specialist team involved in your dad's care what they think as they are likely to have a better idea if there is a possible link.

Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Best wishes,

Naomi