← Return to Stage 1B pancreatic tail cancer - surgical removal, now chemo

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My 72 year old husband was diagnosed with cancer of the pancreas, on the tail, 4cm tumour, (adenocarcinoma),no mastitis, nothing in lymph nodes in mid November 2025. Found incidentally in a CT scan after falling off his bicycle. Seems his Dr. has taken a different approach. He qualifies for surgery, robust, healthy and physically fit but they are doing chemo first. Fulfirinox and FU5 for 8 rounds with a CT scan after 4 for progress report...then surgery🙏 He has had 3 chemos with very few side effects, hair thinning, good appetite, walks 5 miles a day, has some cold neuropathy in hands and mouth, sometimes feels tired. Working VERY hard to avoid flu and colds. Pleased to hear of your experience and hope to hear more good news as you both seem to be on similar paths.

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@sorbiodunum Thanks for the info. We discussed chemo before and after surgery with oncologist. We were advised after for my 82 year old husband as best approach would be after. Side effects he is experiencing are same as discussed with us. Yes, keep us away from any sick people with colds and flu.

Will keep you informed of good news. We only think about good and positive as approach.