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So far, I have not had any recovery of exocrine function (-almost 2 1/2 years since...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/884033/

Discussion: Return of exocrine function?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 24, 2023

I had Whipple surgery in Feb 2021, followed by chemo (stage 3 pancreatic cancer). I usually...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/786057/

Discussion: Whipple procedure and follow up chemo

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 18, 2022

Thank you. Thank you again for sharing your journey. As you mentioned it is a slow...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/784620/

Discussion: Total Pancreatectomy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 13, 2022

Welcome, @flashbackfcr. Food, digestion issues and recovering from pancreatectomy are things that fellow members @luckyone4321 @wrolsen...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/739458/

Discussion: Foods after Pancreatectomy/Splenectomy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 19, 2022

My husband's first two rounds of Folfironox created minimal issues. He started having diarrhea after the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/849285/

Discussion: First chemo tomorrow--tips, suggestions, cautions?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 25, 2023

Live alone, 62, can’t drive at all anymore because of all the meds so I’m stuck...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/954971/

Discussion: Anyone on Gemcitabine with Abraxane? How long? Effective?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 27, 2023

At the time of my initial diagnosis, I had a stent, biopsy, and ERCP. I knew...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/901960/

Discussion: Post Whipple Surgery incontinence - Underwear?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 25, 2023

I read all the post's on Pancreatic Cancer and treatments etc. Even though my cyst was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/336178/

Discussion: Cyst on Pancreas?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 26, 2021

My husband has been taking creon since last June. We always assumed the diarrhea was due...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208588/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 19, 2020

Hello @mohammed01 and welcome to Mayo Connect. I can understand your concern about your father's continued...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1173844/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 15, 2024

The chemo regimen he is receiving is Nalirifox if it contains Onivyde. This drug is micro...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1080034/

Discussion: Anyone have experience with liver lesions from pancreatic cancer?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 3, 2024

Thank you all for your continued comments and insights. Since the Standard of Care for Pancreatic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/856470/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 8, 2023

Thanks for asking. He's not doing very well - he's been re-hospitalized twice for serious GI...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/751281/

Discussion: Foods after Pancreatectomy/Splenectomy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 18, 2022

@fassbinder EXACTLY! We still have been trying to get to a pancreatic or at least a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208593/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 20, 2020

Hang in there! It sounds overwhelming, and frankly it can be, but you and he can...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/920473/

Discussion: He starts chemo: Now what do I expect?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 28, 2023

I found an interesting article about overuse/abuse of Imodium here: https://www.addictioncenter.com/drugs/over-the-counter-drugs/loperamide-addiction-abuse/ Some Fecal Incontinence treatment options...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/892228/

Discussion: Post Whipple Surgery incontinence - Underwear?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 8, 2023

Colleen, thanks for the response. My wife currently receives two chemo drugs, Fulfironox and Oxciliplatin. At...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/258574/

Discussion: Inoperable Pancreatic Cancer: What treatment options are there?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 13, 2019

Hi everyone, I have been diagnosed with mixed-duct IPMN, main duct dilated to 1.2 cm, and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1104909/

Discussion: IPMN 2 cm mass head of pancreas caught EARLY.......

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 13, 2024

Hello, Yes, I have a dilated pancreatic duct of about 2.5 and have had it for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/848269/

Discussion: Dilated pancreatic duct: Should I get a second opinion?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 23, 2023

@buckslayer sorry to hear about your husband. My wife had an Appleby as well as other...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/326769/

Discussion: Digestive issues and pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 11, 2021