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New Hope in Pancreatic Cancer: Part 1

Tue, Nov 14, 2017
12:00pm to 12:30pm CT

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In this two-part series, experts discuss advances in pancreatic cancer research and clinical treatment.

Part 1 features Massimo Raimondo, M.D., gastroenterologist, and Joy Wolfram, Ph.D., a researcher focusing on nanomedicine. Drs. Raimondo and Wolfram discuss research advances for pancreatic cancer, as well as:

  • clinical studies
  • the importance of understanding cancer
  • resources for patients and family members

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Audrey Laine Seymour | @audreylaine | Nov 14, 2017
In reply to @linny334 "I'm stage 4 currently on gem/Abraxine. Is Folfirnox better?" + (show)
@linny334

I'm stage 4 currently on gem/Abraxine. Is Folfirnox better?

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Hi @linny334, unfortunately, our experts cannot provide specific treatment advice through this type of correspondence. Everyone reacts differently to different medication. Maybe other Connect members who have been through this could chime in and let you know if they took either one of those, and if so, how they did with it. @JustinMcClanahan may know of some folks to tag here.

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Audrey Laine Seymour | @audreylaine | Nov 14, 2017
In reply to @sandytoes27 "My partner was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer with metastasis to bile duct at..." + (show)
@sandytoes27

My partner was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer with metastasis to bile duct at age 51. She was also diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes 10 years ago. in one month's time, she seems to have deteriorated quickly. what do you think are the most promising clinical trial currently and the most effective treatments. Do you have any advice on how she can best manage out of control blood sugars that have developed? Any other tips for managing this disease?

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Hey there @sandytoes27! I'm sorry I didn't get to your question during the broadcast, but I've sent it to the experts and I'll get back to you soon.

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Audrey Laine Seymour | @audreylaine | Nov 14, 2017
In reply to @annnickols "Does tumeric have any preventive qualities?" + (show)
@annnickols

Does tumeric have any preventive qualities?

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I'll send your question to the experts. As Dr. Raimondo mentioned in the video, Vitamin D has shown to be very protective against pancreatic cancer.

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Audrey Laine Seymour | @audreylaine | Nov 15, 2017
In reply to @sandytoes27 "My partner was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer with metastasis to bile duct at..." + (show)
@sandytoes27

My partner was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer with metastasis to bile duct at age 51. She was also diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes 10 years ago. in one month's time, she seems to have deteriorated quickly. what do you think are the most promising clinical trial currently and the most effective treatments. Do you have any advice on how she can best manage out of control blood sugars that have developed? Any other tips for managing this disease?

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Here is Dr. Raimondo's response:
The treatment has to be individualized by her oncologist (cancer staging and histopathology with markers expression) and endocrinologist (diabetes). We always make sure the patient received pancreatic enzyme supplements with meals while undergoing chemotherapy and/or after surgery.

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Audrey Laine Seymour | @audreylaine | Nov 15, 2017
In reply to @annnickols "Does tumeric have any preventive qualities?" + (show)
@annnickols

Does tumeric have any preventive qualities?

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According to Dr. Raimondo, there is no evidence that turmeric works, but it does not hurt either.

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jdavila43512 | @jdavila43512 | Dec 31, 2017

Are there any benefits from CBD oil for pancreatic cancer?

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Justin McClanahan, Moderator | @JustinMcClanahan | Dec 31, 2017
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Are there any benefits from CBD oil for pancreatic cancer?

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Hello @jdavila43512,

Welcome to Connect. Thank you for your question regarding CBD oil and pancreatic cancer. This video Q&A occurred in the past and the physician's are no longer taking questions. However, your question is a good one and I recommend posting it to the members of the Cancer group. You can find that group here, https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/cancer/.

We host frequent Q&As with Mayo Clinic staff, and your question may be able to be brought up again in the future. Here is a link to check out the list of upcoming VIDEO Q&As, https://connect.mayoclinic.org/webinars/.

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