Really worried - diagnosed with Barretts Oesophagus

Hi

 I was diagnosed with Barrets Oesophagus 4 weeks ago and prescribed Omeprazole.

since then I have felt worse and my anxiety and insomnia as gone crazy.

I don't know whether this as happened to anyone else.

please help I am really struggling.

 

  • Welcome to the Cancer Chat forum Odell although I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis and how difficult the last 4 weeks have been.

    Hopefully some of our members who have been on this journey will be along soon to offer their support and advice but if you would like to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses, they're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. 

    Do make sure you let your GP and/or cancer team know how much you're struggling as well as they are in the best position to help and support you at this time.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Hi there Odell,

    I myself have recently been diagnosed with Barretts. If you ever feel the need to talk please feel free to reach out to me.

    Personally I feel quite numb, not knowing what to expect. What do I do now? How do you go through life knowing you have this condition? These and other similar thoughts go through my mind. On the positive side, I have great peace knowing that I am in the care of the One who is the great Shepherd.