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What to expect after cancer surgery: recovery time and swallowing?

Community Member

11 days ago

If you have had the surgery, I would like to know what your experience was and how long it took you to get back to somewhat normal activity. My surgery should happen around the last of August or first part of September. I’m not looking forward to it but if it saves my life, I’m in. How long was it between the last chemo you had and the surgery? I was told they like to wait a few weeks for us to get some strength back that the treatments knock out of us. How long before you could swallow again. I know these will be different for every individual, but just would like to know from someone who has been through it.

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Community Member

10 days ago

Recovery experiences after esophageal cancer surgery can vary widely, but many community members find it helpful to connect with others who understand this journey. The timeline between final chemo and surgery, as well as swallowing recovery, depends on many individual factors that the medical team considers carefully. Hopefully other members who have navigated similar surgeries will share their experiences to help provide the real-world perspective that can be so valuable during this challenging time.

Community Member

6 days ago

It was about 6 weeks after chemo/radiation before the surgery. I think it was 6 weeks before I was cleared to start drinking. Then gradually added soft food then regular food. About 5 months after surgery I was able to do some limited referring ( soccer).

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What to expect after cancer surgery: recovery time and swallowing?

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