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Ascites from pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic Cancer | Last Active: Sep 10 1:00pm | Replies (11)Comment receiving replies
He had genetic testing and there were no gene mutations identified for clinical trials that would be more beneficial than the chemo plan but I agree with you that it should be revisited for next steps if/when chemo stops working. Thank you for pointing out the need for palliative care in conjunction with his current chemo plan. I will discuss this with the oncologist to have it on board when needed. I appreciate your comments and suggestions.
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Re the palliative care, I was referred to a palliative MD immediately upon diagnosis back in April 2023. I've seen him regularly since then. I remain in active treatment. Palliative care, at my cancer center, manages side effects. They provide prescriptions, but also massage, psychotherapy, music therapy, craft sessions, PT/OT, nutrition and all sorts of other support services. The practice even has an infusion room, separate from the regular infusion centers, where patients can get fluids as needed without a previously made appointment. The palliative doc stays in touch with the oncologist to coordinate care. I highly recommend palliative care.