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Husband diagnosed with Oesophageal Cancer. 8 weeks ago we were on a cruise. Life can be so cruel

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My husband has been diagnosed with oesophageal cancer in the last 3 weeks. He has had numerous tests including 3 gastroscopies, CT scan, laparoscopy and a PET-CT scan 

8 weeks ago we were on a cruise round the Caribbean and all seemed well. 

We are devastated at the speed of this cruel disease. He can only eat puréed food and has a feeding tube in place to be used later

We are reeling and I can’t feel positive about anything as it seems to be so difficult to treat. Our life has changed so dramatically as we can’t go out as he needs to be near home so he can eat regularly and we have just cancelled our bucket list cruise. Life seems bleak at the moment and I can’t imagine coping with chemo and the major effects of the 10 hour surgery they hope to do. 


All I seem to read about is that few survive  and I am feeling lost and heartbroken  we’ve been together 54 years and I cannot imagine losing him. 

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    I truly understand my husband was diagnosed with the same cancer which has spread to liver. We were due to go on holiday to Canada then a cruise to Alaska.

    we feel that our lives have been shattered how do we ever smile again 

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    Hi I hear you

    My hubby has the same cancer.

    It is a shock and sadly has it doesnt show up until its advanced its not easy to think positive.

    We have found taking a flask of smooth soup, long life protein shakes, and yogurt in sachets like the kiddies have has enabled us to go out when hubby feels up to it

    Baby food is a good emergency option ...as hubby says it keeps him alive!

    He is diabetic too so I understand about regular food....i hope this helps a little bit

    As does knowing you are not alone.

    Really is one day at a time make time for yourself too kind regards

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