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@rbaum123

Hi. I joined for my mother who is 84 and was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in June of last year. In the beginning we were very hopeful and optimistic because we were told that the cancer is in the tail and the tumor is very small. We were planning a surgery but somehow it took three months before the surgery was scheduled and when the surgeon opened her up he discovered a spread to liver and basically just closed her up. The oncologist did not want to do chemo because my mom is not strong enough to go throw it. So basically there are no treatment options for my mom. Her symptoms so far are abdominal and back pain and weight loss. I do the best I can by reading about her diagnoses and participating in groups with this disease where everyone shares helpful information. This is how I learned about soursop, celery juice and hot lemon water as detox. I would appreciate any advice. Thank you

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@rbaum123 , I'm very sorry to hear about your mom. Delays are almost never good in cancer treatment. There may still be some treatment options, but it definitely depends on what your mom wants to do, just how weak/frail she actually is, and what medical centers she has access to. I fully understand and respect any well-informed decision not to treat as well. Wishing you both all the best.

Did they discuss Gemzar for your mom? Folfurinox can be very tough but most find Gemzar to be easier to tolerate.
You might have a discussion about this drug for her.