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Esophogeal stint
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Esophogeal stint
by ezgz, Dec 25, 2002 12:00AM
I had esophogus surgery in July. What remains of my esophogus has required dilation often/ A stint has been suggested. What are some of the side effects of this procedurs
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There is an esophageal cancer site on the Internet that has just under 1700 members (EC survivers as well as caregivers). I recommend that you join it (it is called the EC Group). I am sure that if you post your question there you will get a number of responses from folks who have had a stent put in place, which will give you feedback from people who have first-hand experience.
Do a search through your internet search engine for:
Cathy's EC cafe
On that site you will see a link entitled "EC-Group". Click on it. It will show you how to subscribe. It is easy and it is free.
The EC Group is the largest internet-based EC support group there is, and its members have a wealth of information to share. They are also very caring, compassionate people. Fighting EC tends to make people more compassionate, I think.
I truly hope you give the EC Group a try. Let me know if you do and if you get good insight from posting there.
Best personal regards,
Chicken Soup