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Esophageal Cancer

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Throat Cancer Question
My wife and I are caring for her Mother here in the Philippines. She has 4th stage throat cancer which has gone to the lungs as well. Dr has given her 1-2 years. We are about 14 months into this time period. My concern as I told my wife is what if Mama, gets to that point, without warning that her throat completely closes…
How do you file claim with insurance for adjustable bed
I am looking for adjustable bed much needed after surgery. I wonder if someone knows how to file claim with insurance company. What code to file for adjustable bed. Greatly appreciate the help if someone knows
Please Help! Dad just diagnosed
The dr called today and told us the biopsy confirmed adenocarcinoma. He had a CT done on same day as EGD and he said it didn't show anything significant. PET scan scheduled for Wednesday. We are all so confused about the whole process and what needs to be done. I contacted MD Andreson for appt. But have to send in all the…
Tooth erosion
Hi, I was stage III and had transhiatal esopghagectomy in September of 2012. Along with chemo and radiation prior to surgery. I am 51 years old. Last January my dentist did one crown and said I was showing a lot of erosion. Saw him this week and he wants to do seven crowns all on one side. All the erosion is on my left…
6 wks post op, difficulity eating
My dad had surgery 6 weeks ago Ivor Lewis Stage 2 esophageal cancer as well as colon cancer ( where 30% of his colon was removed). Was in hospital for 2 weeks with no complications, has been home for about 4 weeks. He started off doing pretty well, considering everything he has been through. This past week he has been…
Great article about EC patient published in the Washington Post
I pleaded for advice regarding my sister on this site almost 2 years ago. This is where she is now. http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/medical-mysteries-cancer-patient-was-given-no-hope-but-fought-anyway/2014/12/19/0de2d202-797c-11e4-84d4-7c896b90abdc_story.html
Discussion Board and Chat Spam
Hello everyone, Thank you to those who've alerted us to the spamming from earlier today and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. While we have security measures in place, we can't prevent all spam. We are currently working on measures to try and block this kind of discussion board and chat spamming. If you…
Upcoming Surgery
Hi my name is Louise and this will be my first post. I have been reading many posts on here for the last couple of months ever since my dad was diagnosed with Esophageal Cancer back on July 18, 2014. My dad has just finished his 5 weeks of treatment Chemotherapy and Radiation and is set for surgery this coming Thursday…
update her2 positive esophageal cancer treatment
here is the latest update: the six cycles of herceptin and docetaxel didn't work: The docetaxel side effects from the docetaxel were real tough, especially hard was the fatigue, loss of strength and muscle aches. also unpleasant was constant tears , his eyes were tearing all the time because of the docetaxel 23 october…
MEDI4736
Curious to see if anyone here is on this MedImmune trial. I just got done with my 6th treatment and had my follow up CT scan done this morning. Sitting here on pins and needles waiting for the results.
Happy Thanksgiving!!
I'm 6+ years from my initial Stage III diagnosis. I'm 3 years out from a recurrence in a lung that had a prognosis of 7-8 months of life. Summing up, I'm still here. I'm thankful for my medical team that has kept me going and for my family & friends who have given much needed support. I'm thankful that I'm here to thank…
Participation
There doesnt seem to much traffic here since William & Loretta were forced out. Ive posted 2 topics and only got 1 response. So, for that reason I will probally be like the rest of the members who just faded away. To bad alot of informed people and knowledge have gone with them. So, good luck to the few that remain, and to…
cough
Any successful treatments for persistent coughing - prescriptions or home remedies?
Survivor of Esophageal and Lung questions
My Husband was initially diagnosed in Nov. 2007 with Stage 3 esoph. cancer, no mets. Chemo and radiation then surgery. Removed his esophagus and replaced with a portion of his colon. This had its own problems, then 1.5 yrs later new cancer diagnosis of upper right lobe lung cancer stage 2. This was removed through a…
Are there any places to get financial help for those with EC?
My husband was intially diagnosed with stage 1 EC in mid April. By the time he had the esophagectomy at the end of May, it was stage 3. He was T3N1M0. He had a round of chemo then 27 radiation treatments and then another round of chemo. He's done very well through all of it and everyone (including medical staff and…
Found out My Dad Has Esophageal Cancer
We just found out today my Dad has esophageal cancer, it is squamous cell type. They did a CT scan and looks like it has not spread. Not sure if a CT scan can tell if it has spread to the Lymph Nodes? They have not staged it yet. We are thinking about checking out MD Anderson, but not sure. I would be lying if I said I…
EC IV survivors
Hey everyone, my dad was recently diagnosed with stage 4 EC mets to liver, he's starting chemo tomorrow, herceptin, cistplatin and xeloda (5fu). Although he doesn't know it, I'm terrified! He has such a positive attitude which is great... surgery and radiation are not an option. Is there anyone here in a similar situation…
My husband, 1 month post EC surgery, developed constant dry cough
I'm new to the discussion board, but happy you're all out there. My husband had an esophagectomy Feb. 11th, had some major complications, but has been home 2 weeks now. He got great results from the surgical pathology report...cancer free right now! My concern is that in the last week he's developed a constant dry…
william
i am really missing william, does anyone know how his wife if. this post isn't the same without himd
Endoscopy after surgery?
Hi, My husband Jeff is an almost 3 year survivor of EC, he had his surgery in September of 2011, his last scan was NED. Back in January he had to have an endoscopy becuase he was given iron which set off a severe GERD attack. Spent hours in the ER for pain management. The first endoscopy found some inflamation, but the…
Bile
Been waking up in the morning lately with bile taste in my throat lately. The taste makes me throw up at times. Does anybody else have this happen to them? And what do you do or take to remedy this?
Is spitting blood a common symptom?
Hello everyone, I've posted this on several forums, because I am hoping more people see this and might chime in. Over the past year, I have had several episodes of spitting up blood. It's not from bleeding gums or tooth decay. I feel that the blood is coming from the back of the throat. Over the past year, I felt that I…
Digestion
I have noticed that my digestion has slowed lately, and by this my bowel movements has also slowed. It seems by this that my acid or bile problem increases. Anybody have this happen to them, and what did you use to remedy.
Pain under armpits
Under my armpits have been hurting has any body else had this?
Please help!
My dad - who is 77 - did well with an esophagectomy in July; he developed an infection in the spine (we're assuming from the epidural), though, which has turned into a blood infection. The infection has impacted his heart, so he is being treated in hospital for heart failure, which in turn, has caused kidney failure. They…
Intestinal blockage questions, please help
Hi everyone, This is my first post on the esophageal cancer page. I have colorectal so that's where I've been posting and everyone on there is wonderfully helpful. My concern right now is for my brother who is dealing with stage two esophageal cancer. He's been on chemo and radiation but then became very sick and had…
Dilation attempt from below - through feeding tube opening?
My endo doc tried to do a dilation of my esophagus (upper) entering from my mouth / throat per normal procedure, but could not do anything. I am seeing another doc, and as I understand it his plan is to go in through the opening in my stomach where my feeding tube is now. Anyone ever hear of this or know anything about it?…
Has anyone used Cancer Treatment Centers of America?
Just wondering if anyone has used Cancer Treatment Center of America? They called today and said they accepted him, just needing some suggestions/opinions? We are still waiting to hear back from MD Anderson.
Anyone use Dr. Swisher at MD Anderson
Has anyone used Dr. Swisher at MD?? My dad finally got an appointment there and we seen him today. He will be his surgeon. Will meet with oncologist next wk and go from there...

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