The peg tube will be a life saver! I kept mine for 18 months and took in 5-6 cans of jevity a day to make sure I didn't lose weight. However, I DID continue to sip fluids (I absolutely LOVED pickle juice) to keep my swallowing muscles healthy. That is very important! I was so glad I had that tube! When I finally tried to eat again, I found that I had complications with swallowing and would choke because the radiation had shrunk my esophagus. I kept the peg tube in until after my 10th esophageal dilation. After that I gradually started eating again. I still drink Ensure Plus to this day in order to supplement my diet. The side effects of this kind of cancer will limit the types of foods you can eat. My doctor told me that I would never eat the way I used to eat, and he was right. I am now 2+ years post Tx and have limited eating, but at least I CAN eat!