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Suggest Treatment For Stage IV Esophageal Cancer

Brother In law Recently diagnosed with Stage 4a Esophageal Cancer , esophageal stent placement 3 wks ago, reflux went from mild pre-stent to very severe post stent. recently admitted to hospital to managed reflux symptoms were unsuccessful. Meds taken are Mylanta, Protonix, Prilosec, Nexium. I was thinking of purchasing Zegrid over the counter, wanted to know has anyone found relief with this drug. Can t sleep, can t eat, can t drink much fluids, lost 70 lbs just over 2 month period. Care is palliative and comfort, receiving Chemotherapy. Have to find some relief of the reflux ! Will not make it much longer! Sorry, didn t realize this required payment options. Sorry for the inconvenience.
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Hello,

Unfortunately stage 4 is very advanced disease and no curative treatment is possible. Palliation and supportive care can be continued. If reflux is severe, you can consider procedure like feeding jejunsotomy also.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Wishing you all the best. Thank you.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Stage IV Esophageal Cancer

Hello, Unfortunately stage 4 is very advanced disease and no curative treatment is possible. Palliation and supportive care can be continued. If reflux is severe, you can consider procedure like feeding jejunsotomy also. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Wishing you all the best. Thank you. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician