Hi peoples,

Haven't been here for a while, but have a question. I am just over 6 years out since the end of radiotherapy and had a Colonoscopy and gastroscopy today (family history for the colo one, gastro for swallowing one, weight loss). The colo was fine, but the gastro? The doc couldn't get past a stricture in my oesophagus to venture further. He suspects the effects of radio, and also a vocal chord is burnt (now I understand why after some time of talking I have to pressure my self and I sound funny, to me anyway!). The doc mentioned a laser treatment to open the stricture more (I have trouble gaining weight and eating), lost my appetite basically, besides having the rotten teeth! Does anyone know much about this type of treatment? I'll be seeing my ENT in a couple of weeks, plus my GP this week.

Cheers!

Tizz