I would highly recommend alternative therapies for this cancer. My husband was diagnosed november 2006 and went through chemo/radiation. I began changing his diet immediately upon diagnosis. Removed sugar...more green leafy veggies, juice, yogurt was a big help and supplements. During treatment he drank Essiac tea 3 times daily and took numerous supplements like zinc, magnesium, potassium and powdered vitamin c. I gave him baking soda to relieve any mouth issues. He now takes 3 shot glasses of aloe vera juice a day and a tablespoon of honey before going to bed. No alcohol, limited caffeine. I have him on a high dose of EFA's and CO Q 10. He went through treatments with virtually no side effects. He didn't lose his hair, no stomach issues, no diet problems, just a tiny bit tired. He was declared cancer free in march. Now our issue is they want to remove his esophagus anyway and he is not taking that news very well. I am trying to research the surgery and quality of life issues so he can make a good decision for himself.