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Mother's 4th chemo post-poned input needed
Hope everybody's Monday is a better one. Mother had bad side affects due to chemo on her 3rd dose. She fainted 2 times a few days after the treatment. So now they are doing tests pet , mri ? Why the mri? All tests are better I know. Anybody had these spells? She has stage iv but with no mets to organs. Radation is next on…
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Thank you, thank you all for your much needed support..
Thank you for your comments, your insight and sharing your experience. This weekend I tried to engage my husband in conversations. He believes in his Onocolgist. She scares me. She provided us with information regarding the size (circumference) of the Tumor. I ask how long is the tumor? She indicated that it did not…
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Where is Luis? WHEW! Great news for Luis. Prayers for Jeff!
Maybe I missed it but....Just looking back and can't find anything on Laura23 (Laura and Luis). Last I can find Laura posted an update on Luis on the 20th of Sept. Can't find anything since. Anyone???
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SSD
EC is on the SSD fast track for approval however you still need to answer the list of questions. Are you totally disabled? As far as SSD there is no such thing as a partial disability. You must be totally disabled. When did you become disabled? The date you put down will be the date you became disabled whether you still…
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Prayers need for dad after MIE on Friday, Oct. 7th.
Update on Dad, he had the MIE on Friday, Oct. 7 surgery was from 6:45-3:00 pm. Dad was off the ventilator after surgery “what a positive sign”, they didn’t have a bed in ICU for dad so he said in the recovery area , I think until 11:00 pm (we left at 9:30 pm he was still there). Dad was doing wonderful! Day after surgery…
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Father Diagnosed last Friday
My father is in his early 60's and we just found out unexpectedly that he has esophageal cancer. He has been having difficulty swallowing for months now and has often complained of acid reflux. I think his health care providers attributed his swallowing issues to his dental problems. He had very few teeth left to chew…
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70 year old father eshogeal surgery
My almost 70 year old father was diagnosed about 3 weeks ago T3N0M0 esophageal cancer and is scheduled for surgery on Thursday. He has diabetes, kidney disease, and cardiovascular disease. Is there anyone who has had the surgery that had other chronic illness? I keep telling myself that they would not suggest the surgery…
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Bill went to be with Jesus today (from Kateel)
Dear faraway friends, Bill passed away this afternoon after a 38 day battle from his severe stroke. He went peacefully and I know that he is in heaven now. No question about that. As his last act of love, he donated his body to medical science for research. He gave to others to the very end. I'm not sure of my plans. I'm…
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How are nodes checked?
If we find out Monday that the cancer has penetrated the esophageal wall, then I suppose the next step is to see how many nodes are affected. How is this done? Surgically removing nodes? Needle biopsy? Scan of some sort? If it has penetrated the wall, is there any point in anything other than patient comfort? If the…
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A caregivers journey is tough at best!
Hello to all! For those of you that see my 'new' arrival to the board, I am Eric's (chemosmoker) wife. I have lurked the halls here ever since my husband joined several months ago now. I am typically a "people watcher" and only speak up when I have something of value to add to the thread, and please know that I am well…
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Any advice or encouraging words for Ray(Jr.)
The Oncologist wants Jr. to take the scope but Jr. is feeling uneasy about it. He has a fear this time even though he has taken it before. He does not want to be put asleep this time, but they need to see what is going on as he is now coughing up chunks of red stuff. Looks like red dogfood. Anyone know what this might be??…
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pop quiz....
Well, my friends, I'm gonna post a pop quiz today...... Here in Canada, this weekend is Thanksgiving weekend. I know most of you are in the states, and have a bit of time left before you celebrate your turkey weekend. What I want to know is, what are you thankful for? I've always had such an easy time answering this…
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Is it possible to have surgery for EC after Chemo/Rads - please help
Hi everyone, We are still waiting for Robs treatment to start here in Gran Canaria. The Onco says that the planned treatment is Chemo first to halt the growth and then Chemo/Rads. After that an operation to remove the tumour when it has shrunk to a small enough sizs to remove. I have been keeping in touch with a cancer…
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He put up the Halloween lawn decorations!!
I was not having a very good week, it is my first full week back at work and everyone wants me on some big project, so stress was running high. I started back into my exercise routine which left my muscles sore and tired, but I know it is important for my health and I have been ignoring myself for quite some time. But, the…
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Pet results, stage 3 ?? NO surgery.... Doctor does not like and husband does not want!
Had an appointment with Medical Oncologist and Surgeon yesterday, Medical Oncologist was 2 hours late for appt.During this period the nurse came in from the T Surgeon Office and indicated That my husband will not require an appointment with him at this time. I started to panic and starting thinking stage 4. Finally…
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2nd chemo cycle done, scan time
The good news is hubby is finding it easier to swallow and is doing a better job of maintaining his weight (finally). Good thing he had some to spare. His hair is slowly going, less everyday but no Vin Deisel look yet! This cycle was much easier for getting pills done, no missed pills this time. Still a bit concerned about…
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Squamous v. Adeno
Which of the two types would be considered worse to have?
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John's Post-OP appointment, GREAT NEWS!!!!
John went for his post-op visit and we received the best possible news. The pathology report shows NO SIGN of cancer in 29 lymph nodes! The exact verbiage on the report “Lymph Node Resection “negative for metastatic carcinoma”. An irregular, ill-defined eroded tumor –NO residual adenocarcinoma identified, Tumor regression…
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Rickie's esophageal stretch
Well, we went for Rickie's esophageal stretch today. He decided to let our local GI doctor do it, so I didn't go into it feeling very good about the whole thing, but I have to let him do what he feels is best for him. As I sat there waiting, I started thinking how one year ago to the day Rickie had his first endoscopy.…
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opioid induced hormonal imbalance
I was wondering if any of you had heard of hormonal imbalances caused by opioids? Our new palliative care nurse practitioner (who is absolutely fantastic, by the way!!!!) is trying to get to the bottom of the causes for Lee's lethargy, extreme hot and cold flashes and depression. Originally we were asking for anti…
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Biopsy Results
Invasive moderately differentiated adenocarcinoma of the esophagus Comment: "A few cells with mucin droplets displacing the nucleus are present. I favor histiocytes, however an element of signet ring carcinoma will b ruled out with pancytokeratin stain, to be reported in addendum. Key portions of this case have been…
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prayers needed
All you dear people, I know you have your hands full with your own sickness and those of you who are caregivers, I feel almost ashamed to ask you for prayer but I know you all understand this better than anyone else. It's not looking good for my brother. They had told my brother that they believed him to have…
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Casp42
Carolyn, We are all praying and hoping that the day goes well for your father today and that tomorrow surgery is a success. Peace and comfort to you and yours. Whitney
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Prayers to Lee and Chantal today
If my memory serves me right - Lee is having an esophageal stretch today - prayers this gives some relief. Lee and Chantal - you are in our thoughts and prayers . . . .
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Just when we thought we had made it to 5 years...
Hello everyone, I feel so privileged to have found this site. It is full of hope, inspiration, advice, information and caring thoughts. Although we live in Australia, I thought I might add my own experience with this dreaded disease – partly because it is cathartic for me and partly because there may be some information…
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Coughing?
How long does the coughing continue? Chest clear, stays up at 45 degrees but coughs off/on all night. I read that this is quite common post surgery. Just wondering if anyone has any tips and is it a "forever cough". Thanks.
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WE Decided and have a date
Hi everyone and again, thanks for the fast education and input. We made a decision about surgery today. We met with Dr. Tracey Weigel at UW- Madison and were we ever impressed and pleased. Here's a little more info on her should others be looking in the mid-west. She was in the same fellowship class as Luketich at Sloan…
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Heading to Pittsburgh, surgery on Friday!
Hi Everyone, Pittsburgh gave the a okay on Monday, Dr. Luketich will be doing the MIE on dad on Friday. I'm nervous, scared and not sure what else. We have about a 8 hour drive, check in and spend the day at Dr. Luketich office on Thursday. Please, send lots of prayers! Carolyn
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GGRRHH
Hi all Is anyone else having issues with anger, I am finding myself so wound up I am really angry at the whole world, feel like screaming at someone or something (don't know who or what)can't seem to let it go at the moment and its turning me into someone I don't like much, really hoping someone can relate and tell me how…
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Article for ArchTB
Hi Olya, I hope that Tom is continuing to recover and getting stronger everyday. I saw this article today and thought of an earlier post about 9/11 and Tom's EC. They are starting to establish a link between GERD and those exposed to the after effects of 9/11. I wasn't sure if I should share this, but I thought you would…