On Fri 16 Jan 2009 08:14:18p, Cheryl told us...

> "Sheldon" > wrote in message
> ...
> "Cheryl" wrote:
>
> Egg yolk is extremely high in fat, in fact other than cooking fats no
> food contains more fat. I don't know what his ailment is but if he
> can't tolerate fatty foods stay far away from egg yolks. However egg
> whites contain no fat and are protein rich.
>
> You might also consider investing in a quality juicer for vegetables.
>
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>
> Since he could tolerate ice cream and boost and ensure, he can tolerate
> some kinds of fat. He hasn't tried the quiche yet. That's ok. I like
> your idea about a juicer. They might have one. I think now he will talk
> to a nutritionist, at least I hope so, and I will push him if my mom
> doesn't. It turns out to be esophageal cancer. It's hard to keep the
> scare out of my voice when I talk to him but I will. I'm going over
> tomorrow to help with some things, and I'm going to get his favorite
> from Red Lobster, the feticinni alfrado. He mentioned wanting (dreaming
> about) it, and other foods.

Cheryl, I am so very sorry to hear about your father's diagnosis. It's a
difficult cancer to treat, but there is some success. Surgery is not often
considered because the tissue of the esophagus is so delicate. We have a
very dear friend who was diagnosed with it 3 years ago. He went through
intensive bouts of chemotherapy and targeted radiation treatments for the
first year. He was in full remission for two years, but the cancer has
recently returned. He is now going to be treated at Cancer Treatment
Centers of America, and we have high hopes that they will have other tricks
up their sleeve. They are also talking about a new type of less invasive
surgery to remove the cancer.

The biggest practical issue is that of swallowing. If the tumor can be
reduced, virtually normal swallowing can return. Often a feeding tube is
placed for the duration of treatment when swallowing is either impractical
or impossible. Obviously, nutrition is of paramount importance under such
circumstances. Discussing options with a nutritionist is equally
important, as they will be able to advise on how to maximize the most
needed nutrients. Calorie intake should generally be high.

I wish the very best outcome for your father and your family.


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Wayne Boatwright
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