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New Treatments for Early Stage Esophageal Cancer

Post a new topicby livingwith on Fri Aug 17, 2007 3:52 pm


My husband, Mike was diagnosed with Stage 1 Esophageal Cancer May 2006. His cancer was most likely caused by Acid Reflux (Barrett’s Esophagus). He was scheduled for surgery to remove his esophagus in June 2006 at the recommendation of his gastroenterologist. This surgery is the standard in the US for esophageal cancer. It comes with a high mortally rate and is life altering.
I was questioning why we had to do something so drastic when Mike’s cancer looked like it was so early. I did rese...Read the full article

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Re: New Treatments for Early Stage Esophageal Cancer

Post a new topicby pamelaperez on Thu Oct 18, 2007 2:09 am

My dad just passed away from esophageal cancer almost five months ago. He had symptoms but we didn't recognize them. By the time cancer was found, he was considered Stage IVb. I'm so happy for your husband. I pray he will stay cancer-free! The best to both of you.

Pamela

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