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Pancreatic Cancer Recurrence after Whipple

Pancreatic Cancer | Last Active: Aug 21 1:48pm | Replies (89)
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@gardenlady1116

I read your story knowing that it could be my story. I have told my family members that I only want to live if I can have a meaningful life. My idea of a meaningful life might change over time as circumstances change, but I know that at some point, I might give up on treatment and let death come. I have been learning about Hospice and know the resources in my area, but as I have no family close by, I would like to live out what time there is left closer to family, probably under hospice care. Thank you for sharing your story. Prayers with you always. Please keep in touch with the group and let us know how you are managing.

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bethf | @bethf | May 16, 2023

Hi garden lady, I always appreciate your posts. I am engaging in second line treatment with Gemzar (only) but know it might now work. I am accessing a palliative care team, even though I don't have symptoms yet. I am very proactive at looking at the if-then options. If Gem doesn't work and other interventions will be too invasive or impairing (or if there are no options) I am prepared to use palliative care resources and then transition to hospice. My quality of life is excellent and at only 65, I feel young, but I have had a very complete and fulfilling life and I don't want to live with prolonged suffering or severe disability. I wish you--and both of us--the best. Let's keep track of one another's journeys. Beth

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