Did anyone start out having pancreatic cysts that became cancer later?
I was told that I have cysts in my pancreas 2 years ago, and that I don’t need to have an MRI again until 2025. This time is concerning to me.
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@carfbuch , This study discusses some of the findings from early/continuous monitoring, and gives some insights into numbers of how many turned malignant and what the treatment outcomes were. Maybe not exactly what you were looking for, but in the ball park?
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6120797/
I would not wait. Perhaps you should get a second opinion, or explain to your doctor that you want the best chemo available for Pcan.
Just so you know, I had the Whipple. I take enzymes each time I put something in my mouth. Plus to that, you THINK before you eat....makes maintaining a health weight easier. Secondly, I did NOT become diabetic after my Whipple. I have only 1/3 of my pancreas.
Thank you for the link. Being a science minded person, having supporting data helps me make decisions.
Thank you for the feedback. Did you work with a dietician post-surgery to help you with diet adjustments? Glad to head you did not become diabetic, seems digestive issues are the most common challenges of the Whipple.
I have always eaten "low fat" and whole grains my whole life....to avoid gaining weight. I like to be slim & fit, so no, I did not need to change my diet at all nor see a dietician. While recovering from my Whipple in the hospital, a dietician came to see me but only had one question. "Are you vegetarian?" I am not. Getting enough protein to heal, was her concern. I have always eaten eggs, meat, etc. Now, I eat 2 eggs every single morning to ensure I have enough protein. Lot of fruits and vegetable are part of my diet. I avoid pasta and too many carbs, as I always had a sit-down job so knew I didn't need to eat like a hard working farmer ! Lol. (I'm originally from a farm)
Thank you for the feedback! Your diet sounds great! and cutting down on sugars and carbs is a great idea as well.