I have just come back from hospital appointment after being told my cancer cannot be operated on and I have to start on palliative chemotherapy in 3/4 weeks time. Any insight would be helpful, especially life expectancy
I'm sorry to hear that you were told earlier this week your oesophageal tumour is inoperable. I can imagine that that news was really difficult to hear.
It's good to know that the team have been able to offer you chemotherapy treatment and hopefully, when you start this in a few weeks you will have a good response.
You might find it helpful to have a look through some of the posts on this thread where lots of members who have different experiences with a diagnosis of oesophageal cancer have shared their stories.
If you'd like to talk things through with one of our nurses you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. I know they will be happy to offer any advice, information and support they can.
