Connect
← Return to Prognosis Stage 1 chose not to have treatment: What can I expect?
Discussion
Prognosis Stage 1 chose not to have treatment: What can I expect?
Pancreatic Cancer | Last Active: Apr 22 9:44am | Replies (29)Comment receiving replies
Thank you for your comment. I’m in my 83rd year, have other medical issues, restricted mobility, heart disease, diabetes, stage 3 kidney disease. I don’t think I could survive surgery and chemo+radiation. I’m feeling very well right now, taking full advantage of it, enjoying my life while I can. I know so many people disagree with my decision but I am very comfortable with it.
Your comforting words meant a lot to me.
Replies to "Thank you for your comment. I’m in my 83rd year, have other medical issues, restricted mobility,..."
@brookie82, like others here, I support your informed decision. Given that you have other medical issues, it might be hard even for your oncologist to know what symptoms of pancreatic cancer you may get or how the disease might progress for you. But that is where I would ask.
We're all different and your stage 1 progression may differ from someone else.
Have you looked into palliative care? I like to refer to palliative care as comfort care or symptom management. They will help you manage symptoms as they arise and keep you comfortable. Let me know if you would like more information about palliative care and what it is.
Connect
I definitely support you in your decision. It's good to take advantage of the remaining quality of life. So treatment is not a bad option either. But in your shoes, I very well might make the same decision.