What to expect starting chemo and immunotherapy for esophageal cancer?

I am now out over 20 years. I was given 10% chance of survival. Don't procrastinate. Stay positive . I did everything chemo. Radiation surgery and holistic medicine Take each day and don't procrastinate

Starting treatment can feel overwhelming, and it's wonderful that community stories are already providing comfort and insight. Many members here understand this journey and often share their experiences with managing side effects, practical tips for treatment days, and what helped them feel more prepared - their wisdom and support can be invaluable as you begin this next step.

I was diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer in October of 23. Started short term radiation, then chemo and immunotherapy in December with a CA 19 over 13,500. In December of 24, my scans were clear and I was considered in remission with a CA 19 hovering at +\- 20. I did develop neuropathy in hands and feet and had to stop one drug. Gabapentin has since helped relieve most of those symptoms. I am now off chemo and receiving immunotherapy once a month celebrating a year in remission and my 50th wedding anniversary. God is good. Prayers work. Meditation helps. Medical advances are amazing. Keep the faith, I wish you a strong recovery.

Best of luck. Try to find a support group. They can often offer you some good ideas and suggestions as you go through your journey. Keep us posted and maybe some of us can also be able to help and benefit

I belong to a support group called Smart Patients. It has been wonderfully helpful to me.