In shock and so frightened - been diagnosed with oesophageal cancer

Had an upper endoscopy yesterday and got a diagnosis right there and then of lower third oesophageal cancer

Been awake all night with thoughts just flooding my brain...just want them to stop

  • Hi Kazza29 and welcome to the Cancer Chat forum.

    I'm really sorry to hear how difficult last night was for you after finding out you have oesophageal cancer.

    As so many of our members will tell you it's very common to experience a wide range of emotions after receiving a cancer diagnosis so you are not alone Kazza29, and hopefully it won't be long until you receive some support and advice on how to deal with this from our community.

    I hope this advice we have on managing your emotions will help as well but if you would like to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses you can give them a call on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very insightful and will do all they can to support you and answer any other questions you may have at this time.

    Do keep posting if you find it helps, and remember that we will be by your side on every step of this journey.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator