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My tumor is wrapped around arteries as well. My surgeon at the Mayo said it would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/978968/

Discussion: Tumor can’t be removed: What are chances of survival now?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 12, 2023

I don't understand why you would be responsible for disconnecting your infusion pump. At my oncology...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/871343/

Discussion: Nothing left to offer in the way of therapy?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 2, 2023

I had the common side effects of increasing sensitivity to cold, neuropathy in the fingers and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/798134/

Discussion: Is anyone participating in a clinical trial for pancreatic cancer?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 17, 2023

Hello @vickeyb I can certainly understand your concern, as I also have pancreatic cysts. Unlike you,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/665138/

Discussion: Pancreatic cyst

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 25, 2021

Hi, I assume you mean eligible with blood vessel involvement? If so, then yes. I am...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/885901/

Discussion: Are you eligible for surgery with vascular involvement?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 27, 2023

My son the body builder / EMT has expressed a preference for the Body Armor and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/921585/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer - Has anyone had experience with Metabolic Oncology?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 30, 2023

My sister laure was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer stage2. She went through chemo then had surgery....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/764178/

Discussion: Total Pancreatectomy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 22, 2022

Husband 4.5 years post pancreatectomy, with excision of the duodenum, pylorus, spleen, gallbladder and also has...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1072741/

Discussion: Weight Loss after Whipple: What strategies helped you?

Support Group: Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs)

Posted: May 22, 2024

My surgeon was Dr, John Stauffer. I think and was told he is the best! As...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1034030/

Discussion: Has anyone experienced bloating?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 15, 2024

I'm so sorry your husband is dealing with all that! I am the wrong person to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/989409/

Discussion: How important is rising Ca19-9 if CT is stable re: having surgery?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 31, 2023

Sounds familiar. But, I would encourage her not to quit. Every other week I received chemotherapy....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/954972/

Discussion: Started chemo for pancreatic cancer and already want to quit

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 27, 2023

Creon needs more explanation from its manufacturer, or maybe they just can't cover all the side...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/257739/

Discussion: Whipple procedure and follow up chemo

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 27, 2020

Thank you so much for responding! My stools vary but sometimes they are very oily with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/291111/

Discussion: Total Pancreatectomy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 26, 2020

Mayo Rochester had me do 8 rounds of fulfirinox then 3 weeks of radiation, the higher...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/914912/

Discussion: Stage IV

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 18, 2023

Again, thank all who have responded. I've tried to come up with specific questions and I'm...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/236333/

Discussion: Total Pancreatectomy: What can I expect?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Dec 31, 2018

I was in the same situation only a few months ago. I had symptoms that matched...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/987072/

Discussion: More Tests Required?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 27, 2023

my wife Teresa had a total pancreatectomy in 2018, the first year was very difficult for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/977475/

Discussion: Foods after Pancreatectomy/Splenectomy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 9, 2023

Hi @amanda, Thank you so much for responding. I had a regular ultrasound. I know it's...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/330787/

Discussion: Awaiting test results and terrified

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 26, 2020

@mkl8425 I have had both pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer. This is what I experienced. I have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/220998/

Discussion: Pancreatic cancer or overreacting

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 19, 2018

Hello @mnewland99 I have about 3 weeks left in the first cycle. I am doing the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1115673/

Discussion: Options for unresectable tumor with SMV involvement

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 1, 2024