Oesophageal cancer - After Radiotherapy

Hi I'm looking for some advice. 
 

my uncle (64) diagnosed with oesophageal cancer March. Can't operate as he isn't fit enough (this is his third cancer in 5 years) he got 6 weeks of radiotherapy ending in May. 
he has feeding tube as he can't swallow anything. They say the radio needs time to work and he will be seen next month. Why is he getting worse and not better? He's sore, tired and is having problems with his heart. Will this get better ?? We cannot see the light 

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat Donna although I'm sorry about your uncle's diagnosis.

    It must be very tough for you all at the moment but we have our fingers crossed that the radiotherapy starts to kick in soon and your uncle starts to get better.

    Hopefully some of our members who have been in a similar position with their loved ones will pop by soon to offer their support and advice but if you'd like to have a quick chat with one of our cancer nurses about this then you can give them a call on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator