Late effects of radio and chemo therapy

Hi All

 

I was wondering if there was anyone else out there who has experienced late effects of their radio or chemo treatments. my husband had stomach cancer 8 years ago. He had a total gastrectomy and then beause there were some cells found on the margins of the duedenum he also had a round of chemo snd radiotherapy after stomach removal. He was clear and discharged at 5 years however it is now suspected that he has a recurrence in the abdominal cavity area. We have not been able to verify this with a biopsy as yet be ause due to other health complications, surgery( which is currently the only way to get one due to location )  is not an option. Although its is generally agreed that it looks like a recurrence from the CT scans there is also a possibility that it is late effects of therapies becasue some of the symptoms are similar e.g bowel / digestive system strictures, weight loss etc 

 

Has anyone else any experience of late effects of therapy in this area please?. It would be good to compare notes with you if possible please

Thankyou

 

  • Hello Ges123

    I'm sorry to hear about the problems that your husband is experiencing.
    I can't think that we have anyone who has mentioned similar issues here on the forum but hopefully if we do have any members here who have gone on to have problems post treatment then will see your post and reply. 

    If you'd like to speak to our team of nurses then you're welcome to call them. They may be able to offer some advice and information. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator