Understanding oesophageal cancer (cancer of the gullet)
Booklet
Published:
30 Nov 2024
Next review:
30 Nov 2027
Edition:
12
This booklet is about oesophageal cancer. It is for anyone who is having tests for oesophageal cancer or has been diagnosed with it. There is also information for carers, family members and friends.
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Published:
30 Nov 2024
Next review:
30 Nov 2027
Edition:
12
This booklet is about oesophageal cancer. It is for anyone who is having tests for oesophageal cancer or has been diagnosed with it. There is also information for carers, family members and friends.
About this booklet
The booklet explains what oesophageal cancer is and how it is treated. It also has information about looking after yourself and getting support. It may also be useful for your family and friends. We hope this booklet helps you deal with some of the questions or feelings you may have.
Visit our online information about oesophageal cancer.
We want everyone affected by cancer to feel our information is written for them. To do this we use plain English and we try to make it accessible and relevant to the widest range of people. Read more about how we produce our information
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