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Lower Oesophageal Cancer

Gensei
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Hi, just been diagnosed with oesophageal cancer where it joins my stomach. I reported some eating issues to my GP on a Tuesday. That Friday I had a gastroscopy at my local hospital which confirmed it, then in the afternoon had CT scan.

My details went before the MDT, exactly 1 week after scans, and i now have a meeting on Wednesday. I am concerned that how fast this has moved indicates a level of severity.

I had never heard of this cancer until i was told I have it, just over a week ago.

Trying hard to deal with the waiting...

  • Hi Gensei,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat.

    I'm sure this must be a lot to try to process. I can understand your concerns about how quickly you've had the appointments - although hopefully the reduced waiting time is helpful in a way in terms of finding out information and next steps sooner.

    I hope that things go OK on Wednesday - try to make a note of any questions you may have ahead of the appointment.

    We're always here for support on the forum and I hope that it can be helpful for you. My reply here will give your post a little boost so a few more people should see it.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator

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    Hi,

    Thank you for your reply. 

    I have made a list of questions, so i feel prepared for the meeting.

    I am finding that keeping busy is the key, on menial tasks that dont require any level of mental focus.

    I am also now meditating again which helps. 

    Kind regards,

    Gensei

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    Hi Gensei

    How did the meeting go?

    I had an endoscopy today and was diagnosed right after, literally blew me away as wasnt expecting it at all. Now im waiting for ct scan. Waiting is really hard to deal with thats for sure ive not stopped overthinking all day

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