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I take creon twice a day. I eat often and little by little. I have diarrhea,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1122318/

Discussion: Anyone have chronic diarrhea while on digestive enzymes?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 12, 2024

Rexan, you may be interested in this discussion about Creon and pancreatic enzyme replacement: - Pancreatic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/657623/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer Group: Introduce yourself and connect with others

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 26, 2021

I had a Whipple at Mayo Clinic nearly 12 years ago and have been on a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208576/

Discussion: What are other survivors doing about pancreatic enzymes replacement?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 14, 2018

For me the desire to eat got better with Creon treatment. I am now up to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/866404/

Discussion: Extreme loss of appetite since starting chemo for pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 25, 2023

I found that I had to take additional Creon when I was going to eat fatty...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1200278/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer Group: Introduce yourself and connect with others

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 30, 2024

Yes, I had the same experience. When my oncologist recommended creon, I called my insurance company...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1084198/

Discussion: CREON..Pancreatic enzyme supplement cost

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 10, 2024

@icelander19 I take creon to aid with digestion. Dose is based on my weight and/or amount...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/857494/

Discussion: Husband had Whipple surgery and chemo: He's uncomfortable

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 10, 2023

I get two different doses of Creon from the Abbvie company for free by mail. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1084758/

Discussion: CREON..Pancreatic enzyme supplement cost

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 11, 2024

Creon has financial support that you can apply for to cover the cost of the pills....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/734272/

Discussion: How can I help my husband face the possibility he may not survive?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 5, 2022

I am on Creon 8 a day severe stomach cramps watery diarrhea Have to wear a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1121716/

Discussion: Anyone have chronic diarrhea while on digestive enzymes?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 11, 2024

I live in California and had no problem getting Creon; my only problem was the cost...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/947792/

Discussion: Can’t seem to locate Creon - 36000 units

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2023

If you optimize Creon (see https://digestthis.ca) and no improvement in watery bowel movements, two causes come...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1007242/

Discussion: Watery stool after Whipple surgery

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 31, 2024

Post Whipple diet is low fat, no fried foods and no sugar. I’ve also had trouble...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/870208/

Discussion: If you had Whipple surgery, what are you eating or not eating?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 1, 2023

@mamarina as I sit in the waiting room for the results of my recent PET scan,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/808125/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer Group: Introduce yourself and connect with others

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 8, 2023

My husband lost 10kgs after having had 66% of his pancreas removed. Surgeon put him on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1179540/

Discussion: Husband had Whipple surgery and chemo: He's uncomfortable

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 25, 2024

Yes, diarrhea is a regular visitor. I had the whipple in April and my last (twelfth)...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/907889/

Discussion: Diarrhea frequently during Chemotherapy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 5, 2023

Yes, I was upset with my PCP response and made it known. I’ve learned a lot...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/939910/

Discussion: Why CA-19-9 Test not included in annual lab tests

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 1, 2023

It's been 5 1/2 years since I had my Whipple. I started by taking 1 Creon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/291992/

Discussion: Struggling to eat with pancreatic cancer: How do you manage?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 6, 2020

I have a similar issue. I have been taking 2-3 creon tablets during meals and still...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1026891/

Discussion: Has anyone experienced bloating?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2024

I felt like my gut was beginning to rule my life. Weight loss, gas, bloating, frequent...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/854829/

Discussion: Life after Pancreatectomy: How was your recovery?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 5, 2023