I'm sorry, Singingbowl, to hear that news. How old are you? So do they consider this esophageal cancer? I need some more details. Than I can either ask my husband, who's a doctor but whose specialty is in another area, or better yet can ask my sister's oncologist. He's real smart and will answer anything. What do they intend to do? Esophageal cancer tends to happen in men more than women, from what I just read in one of my husband's books, and rates are higher for folks who've been cigarette smokers and heavy drinkers. Would you qualify on those counts? You're also at risk if you have a history of reflux/heartburn after eating. I'm so sorry about this news!