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My whipple was March 2021. I have had 2 rounds of chemo since then. I eat...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1230950/

Discussion: Diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer: How to deal with anxiety of surgery?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 6 3:22pm

During my robotic Whipple procedure in October 2023, my gall bladder, head of my pancreas, portion...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1216442/

Discussion: Whipple surgery and Omeprazole

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 19 10:43am

My wife had surgery 2/20/20 which removed 60% of the pancreas, gaul bladder, spleen, 23 lymph...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/257742/

Discussion: Whipple procedure and follow up chemo

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 2, 2020

Good Morning, This is my first time responding on this site. I had the whipple surgery...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/909507/

Discussion: What is it like after Whipple surgery plus 1 1/2 years?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 8, 2023

Hi, to make a long story short, my wife had a Pancreatectomy, and was left with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/861045/

Discussion: New Diagnosis of EPI, taking Creon: Sad and scared

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: May 17, 2023

Please do try a food journal. I have done that and now know exactly what will...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/885895/

Discussion: Color me confused (2 questions)

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 27, 2023

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/860468/

Discussion: Still losing weight: Does timing of Creon help?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 15, 2023

I’m amazed you gained 5 pounds in two weeks. How did you do it? I’m stuck...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/972721/

Discussion: Anyone tried over the counter enzymes to help digest fat post whipple?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 30, 2023

Hello from Canada. I was diagnosed with stage 3 pancreatic cancer (head of pancreas and spread...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/784637/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 14, 2022

Good Afternoon Leighs2011, I am curious how you were able to determine you did not need...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/722127/

Discussion: What's recovery after distal pancreatectomy and splenectomy like?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 29, 2022

I had the middle section and tail of pancreas removed during my surgery in 2022. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1181999/

Discussion: Anyone tried over the counter enzymes to help digest fat post whipple?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 29, 2024

That's great!! Getting through Whipple is hard and you've done it, good for you!! Modified Whipple...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1106930/

Discussion: Bird picking at food after Whipple surgery and Creon

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 17, 2024

I have been struggling with keeping my weight up. I've developed some tastes that I didn't...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/837615/

Discussion: Problems with Dehydration: What do you do to keep hydrated?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 4, 2023

Absolutely do the fecal test. Only 1 sample is needed - at least for me. Will...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/722721/

Discussion: What's recovery after distal pancreatectomy and splenectomy like?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 1, 2022

My wife was diagnosed in June 2015, head of the pancreas. After Gemcitibine/abraxan she was able...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/326762/

Discussion: Digestive issues and pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 7, 2020

Hello @marvinjsturing I see that you are a relatively new member to Connect. Congratulations on being...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208572/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 13, 2018

I had a distal pancreatectomy. There really is no exact answer. Every person is different. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/790819/

Discussion: What's recovery after distal pancreatectomy and splenectomy like?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 31, 2022

Dear @kjrita, congratulations on your 4th year anniversary. I am so happy for you. This just...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/764730/

Discussion: Total Pancreatectomy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 24, 2022

I also am not a doctor, but have experience with a loved one, so take this...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1157606/

Discussion: Diagnosed with Stage IV pancreatic cancer: Not going well, need advice

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2024

Creon is to be taken with food, not in advance. If you are taking it along...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/983476/

Discussion: Creon and stomach pain

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 19, 2023

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