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UPPER GI CANCERS
Upper GI Cancers are commonly treated with radiation therapy. The technology we use and the number of treatments depends on how advanced the tumor is (stage) and what type of symptoms you have (if any).
If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with Upper GI Cancer, click the link below to request a consultation with a Coastal Radiation Oncologist.
Typical Treatments
For information about the types of technology available through Coastal Radiation Oncology
What To Expect
Once your doctors have determined that radiation therapy may be part of the treatment plan for your Upper GI Cancer, there will be a few steps to allow the radiation oncology team to begin treatment safely.
These include:
CT simulation
Treatment plan design (dosimetry)
Verification
Start of daily treatments
Weekly doctor visits with your radiation oncologist
Side Effects
Short term:
Side effects are usually temporary and typically go away shortly after treatment ends. Below is a list of possible side effects you might notice during your treatment.
More likely
Fatigue
Skin irritation/redness
Pain with swallowing
Increased acid reflux sensation
Nausea/vomiting
Less likely
Cough
Shortness of breath
Long term:
After the short-term side effects of radiation therapy resolve, others may become noticeable months or years later.
More likely
Darkening of skin
Difficulty swallowing due to esophageal scarring
Less likely
Cough
Shortness of breath
More Information
For more information about the diagnosis and treatment of Upper GI Cancers, please visit the following websites:
RT Answers
https://www.rtanswers.org/Cancer-Types/Upper-GI-Cancers
American Cancer Society
https://www.cancer.org/cancer/gastrointestinal-carcinoid-tumor.html
Cancer.Net
https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/gastrointestinal-stromal-tumor-gist
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