A father of three children visited his doctor due to difficulty swallowing and was devastated to learn he has terminal cancer. John Robertson, aged 35 and from Ayr, Scotland, was diagnosed with stage four oesophageal adenocarcinoma, a rare form of cancer affecting the glandular cells of the oesophagus. His symptoms included weight loss, chest pain, and trouble swallowing, leading to a rapid decline in his health.
Following a visit to his GP, John underwent an endoscopy that identified a significant tumor obstructing most of his oesophagus, along with the cancer spreading to his lungs, throat, liver, and adrenal gland. Given approximately nine months to live, John expressed deep sadness at the thought of not being able to witness his children grow up or share a future with his partner and wife, Nicole.
Despite being previously healthy, John’s condition deteriorated rapidly, prompting medical investigations that revealed the advanced stage of his cancer. Doctors indicated that the cancer had likely been present for an extended period before the symptoms surfaced. Currently on a liquid diet, John is preparing for chemotherapy and may require a feeding tube in the future.
In an effort to access private treatment and experimental therapies unavailable through the NHS, John launched a fundraising campaign. He is hopeful to participate in clinical trials abroad to potentially extend his life. John emphasized the importance of creating lasting memories with his family and is actively planning for significant milestones through recorded messages and special moments together.
