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Stage IV oesophageal cancer

Welshone
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My husband has been diagnosed with oesophageal cancer which is a horrendous shock. He is 56 and until 4 weeks ago was we thought fit and healthy.

He had an camera examination and they told us straightaway it was a 10 cm tumour.  He had a scan which confirmed the cancer has spread to his lymph nodes, stomach, both lungs and his kidney. The only thing they can offer is the strongest chemotherapy.

We know the outlook is bleak but no one seems able to give us an idea of life expectancy without treatment and if he had chemotherapy what real difference will it make. he doesn't want to go through gruelling chemotherapy for a couple of extra months at best.

Does anyone have any thoughts?

 

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  • Hello Welshone

    I'm very sorry to hear about your husband's diagnosis. Undoubtedly this news will have come as a shock to you both. 

    I wanted to reply to your post as we've quite a number of members here on the forum who have OC, have been through treatment for OC, or have a loved one with this diagnosis. They are a very friendly bunch and I'm sure they will be happy to share their experiences and support with you. I'd recommend having a look at this thread and posting a message there to introduce yourself. I'd also suggest having a look at [@davek]‍ profile. Dave has shared his story on the "about me" section of his profile but I'm sure if he sees this tag he'll pop along to say Hello as well. 

    We do have a  team of nurses that you, or your husband, can call to talk with if you think it would help. I'm sure they'll be happy to offer any advice, information, and support that they can. They're available Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    I hope that you're being well supported by the clinical team. Know that you're welcome to post here on the forum any time if it helps and we'll do our best to support you. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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  • Hello Welshone

    I'm very sorry to hear about your husband's diagnosis. Undoubtedly this news will have come as a shock to you both. 

    I wanted to reply to your post as we've quite a number of members here on the forum who have OC, have been through treatment for OC, or have a loved one with this diagnosis. They are a very friendly bunch and I'm sure they will be happy to share their experiences and support with you. I'd recommend having a look at this thread and posting a message there to introduce yourself. I'd also suggest having a look at [@davek]‍ profile. Dave has shared his story on the "about me" section of his profile but I'm sure if he sees this tag he'll pop along to say Hello as well. 

    We do have a  team of nurses that you, or your husband, can call to talk with if you think it would help. I'm sure they'll be happy to offer any advice, information, and support that they can. They're available Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    I hope that you're being well supported by the clinical team. Know that you're welcome to post here on the forum any time if it helps and we'll do our best to support you. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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