oesophageal cancer- secondary

Hi I'm 44 and was diagnosed last year with oesophageal cancer I had pre op chemo op went well all tumor removed then mop up chemo after. I've just had a scan that shows secondary in both my lungs therefore no op or cure. I'm starting chemo in a couple of weeks and hope I respond?! I have 2 kids and a fab husband but in total despair now, anyone to help please?

Parents
  • Are you getting plenty of support from the hospital? My partner is in her first round of chemo for oesophageal cancer and is due to have the op in December. There are no words that I can say to help with what you're going through, it's a very tough time. The hospital here have offered lots of advice for groups and charities that can support us both during this testing time. I hope you have the same to help you where you are. Sending good hopeful vibes your way. 

Reply
  • Are you getting plenty of support from the hospital? My partner is in her first round of chemo for oesophageal cancer and is due to have the op in December. There are no words that I can say to help with what you're going through, it's a very tough time. The hospital here have offered lots of advice for groups and charities that can support us both during this testing time. I hope you have the same to help you where you are. Sending good hopeful vibes your way. 

Children
  • Thank you so much for responding, we are getting lots of support but it's still very lonely. I was doing so well and felt fit and healthy after the op. The protocol is not to scan after the op and post op chemo which I wasn't happy about. But with recent back pain the consultant agreed to a scan which has discovered tiny nodules in both lungs. I have no current symptoms and feeling well. I can only hope and pray I respond to the chemo and it keeps it at bay..each day is a bonus. Good luck to your husband and his surgery is a success please stay in touch best wishes Kx