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Stent inserted!

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Hi all !

Tony my hubby after 7 weeks post op has had one OGD which helped for couple weeks but is now having to have a "Stent " inserted, as he can't get through 9 weeks post op Chemo without being able to swallow AGAIN!

Has anyone had any problems or experiences to share ? !

Deb xx

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