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Help with what to bring to a friend with stage 4,

Pancreatic Cancer | Last Active: Nov 12, 2025 | Replies (14)

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It would be important to know if the constipation is caused by a bowel obstruction that could be treated palliatively (radiation or surgical resection), or possibly by opioid pain medications she might be taking.

Opioids are notorious for causing constipation; a stool softener is often recommended to accompany them. Maybe take her some nice, extra-soft toilet paper? 😉

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Thank you! That’s very helpful!