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Christie, My wife went through a total pancreatectomy almost 9 years ago. It was accidentally found...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1270770/

Discussion: Total pancreatectomy challenges

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: 6 days ago

I have trouble with lettuce too. Also never was a snacker was very fit and jump...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/870248/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 1, 2023

I am 84, diagnosed Sept. 2021, Type 1/II. Had 3 months chemo then Whipple March 23....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/727377/

Discussion: Need advice: Stage 2 pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 16, 2022

I had the whipple at Mayo April 30, 2018. I first did the floforinox, but could...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/257710/

Discussion: Whipple procedure and follow up chemo

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 3, 2019

I have Medicare with a part G plan and drug coverage with AARP. I am in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1085415/

Discussion: CREON..Pancreatic enzyme supplement cost

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 12, 2024

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

The new medicare out of pocket max is $2000 a year for prescription drugs. Sorry to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1269471/

Discussion: CREON..Pancreatic enzyme supplement cost

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 29 2:25pm

Hi Teresa, nothing has really changed in my medical condition. I am happy to report that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/622610/

Discussion: Pancreatic cancer recurrence: Anyone else?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 2, 2021

My husband had a distal distal pancreatectomy and splenectomy in Dec 2023. It was Stage 2B...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1200658/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 30, 2024

Thanks. We met with a nurse practitioner this last time. The oncologist has mentioned an oral...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1062748/

Discussion: What's next after folfirinox?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 5, 2024

Milk has carbohydrates for the low blood sugar but also has fats. Fats could be a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/920318/

Discussion: Pancreatic attack and right side pain

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 28, 2023

Happyjack, I also feel like I was able to do many things I liked when I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1091132/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 21, 2024

I’m sorry to hear that your husband is experiencing those issues. I was diagnosed with pancreatic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1030947/

Discussion: Expert help with proper dosing of Zenpep enzymes after Whipple

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 10, 2024

Hello, I had the whipple 1/14/2022. I did okay with it but have to take the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/712182/

Discussion: Whipple procedure and follow up chemo

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 28, 2022

Hello, I had the open whipple surgery in November. When I went to set up the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1056284/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 24, 2024

Hi, @drewgrebe I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer on May 9, 2014. I had my Whipple...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/296683/

Discussion: Need advice: Stage 2 pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 20, 2020

Did a member of your care team prescribe a pancrealipase like Creon or Zenpep after the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1026726/

Discussion: Has anyone experienced bloating?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2024

Bkg: Pancreatic Adenocarcoma with Mets dx late Aug 2023. One course of gemcitabine-abraxane chemo has left...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/916153/

Discussion: "Tight" feet and laser therapy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 20, 2023

Wow thanks for your excellent comments! I love to hear how your wife has made it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1269571/

Discussion: CREON..Pancreatic enzyme supplement cost

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 29 5:05pm

@ayeo , I was diagnosed 3.5 years ago with resectable PDAC at age 58. I did...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1218572/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 21 11:06pm

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