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When I was treated for metastatic disease to my liver from 2012-2014, I was aware that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/834561/

Discussion: 12 months free of disease with clear CT scans: What is next?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 30, 2023

Hello, I’m so sorry you are going through this. As you know, my Mom also had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/791664/

Discussion: Pancreatic cancer stage 4: Mom moved to palliative care

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 2, 2023

Thanks to stageivsurvior for all of the very helpful information. I have the BRCA1 gene and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/987351/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 27, 2023

On June 12, 2012 I had my first CT scan which imaged a tumor in the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/868035/

Discussion: Giving hope: 5 year celebration pancreatic cancer-free

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 28, 2023

Regarding the original question about growth rates: My primary tumor (adenocarcinoma in head of the pancreas)...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1348939/

Discussion: How fast does adenocarcinoma grow??

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 15, 2025

Hi Betts 77. Thank you so much for that info. I spoke w my husband’s endocrinologist....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/858117/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 11, 2023

@gamaryanne , congrats on that progress. I would be far out of my lane if I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/852830/

Discussion: What exactly is NED (no evidence of disease)?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 1, 2023

In case you weren't already familiar with the "T2" meaning, it's a scale called the "TNM"...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/910388/

Discussion: New, overwhelmed: What's microsatellite stable?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 9, 2023

I just pressed the "Like," "Helpful," and "Hug" buttons on @stageivsurvivor 's post above, and would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1076627/

Discussion: Apparently my friend's cancer has spread: How can I help him?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 28, 2024

@denip , You're very welcome. Too late to edit my initial comment, but there's a typo...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/939905/

Discussion: CA 19-9 Levels - What is High Enough to Cause Concern for Prognosis?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 1, 2023

I had distal and spleenectomy in 2022. This is a complicated disease dependent on she, mutations,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1448746/

Discussion: What is your Recovery Advice for a Distal Pancreatectomy?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 28, 2025

@hubby11 , Sorry to hear; that is indeed a scary diagnosis, but there are reasons to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1010652/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 6, 2024

DISCLAIMER: I HAVE ZERO MEDICAL TRAINING!!! Just some experience navigating this path. Everyone with a family...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1080874/

Discussion: How do you know if your cancer has genetic mutations?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 4, 2024

@wpprescott I hope you are doing better now, and the trial was positive. Re your weight...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1535936/

Discussion: Negative Turn in a Long Journey

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 26 2:09pm

I also have been looking into ablation. I am 81 and have multiple cysts in the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1554698/

Discussion: Ablation of Non-malignant Pancreatic Cyst

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 19 5:26pm

So sorry for your plight! You may want to review this thread on this site which...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1525212/

Discussion: Advanced Pancreatic Cancer w/ Liver Metastasis

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 12 9:40am

I would highly recommend a social worker/family therapist if you have access to that resource. My...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1535007/

Discussion: Advanced Pancreatic Cancer w/ Liver Metastasis

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 25 9:59am

I also have been looking into ablation. I am 81 and have multiple cysts in the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1554689/

Discussion: Ablation of Non-malignant Pancreatic Cyst

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 19 5:17pm

@tmpeterson16 Please know your story is so similar to so many! Healthy, active…what happened?? After dealing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1525156/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 12 8:32am

@gamaryanne, here are some potential trials related to vaccines and pancreatic cancer from Mayo Clinic: A...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1540711/

Discussion: Any info Vaccine Trial for Pancreatic Cancer?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 1 8:14pm

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