, In 1994 I had Achalasia. In 2007 I had the Heller surgery.. Looking for people 70-80 who have had surgery or esophagectomy.

[JoanneIrene]

Just completed week of tests with my doctor and told at my age (74) surgery not a option. No mobility left in esophagus. I am looking for people age 70-80 who have undergone esophagectomy.

[terryletts]

Hi I had a esophagectomy at age 72 three years ago I had all the usual problems such as reflux and rapid dumping

but over time things improved and I now lead a near normal life I have to monitor the amount I eat and need to rest after meals but apart from that life is good

[JoanneIrene in reply to terryletts]

Hi Thanks Could you tell me what doctor, hospital, area. My doctor is opposed to surgery of any kind

[terryletts in reply to JoanneIrene]

Newcastle Royal Victoria infirmary

[patchworker]

I had an esophagectomy for cancer aged 73. I think it's whether you are fit enough, rather than your exact age, that makes doctors decide on surgery.

[Rsw1fe]

Hello - my husband had oesophagectomy in Southampton 2 1/2 years ago at the age of 76, after 3 cycles of chemo, and is really fine - can eat anything (in smaller amounts) and has no real problems. But at the time, the medics weren't sure if they were prepared to operate. I think they went ahead on the basis that other functions were strong. We know we were lucky.