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Prior to my distal pancreatectomy and splenectomy for IPMN, my CA number was 552. After surgery,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/895591/

Discussion: CEA and CA19-9 Results as Predictors of Treatment Outcome

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 14, 2023

I wish I could find a Metabolic Oncologist but haven’t been successful yet. Have had to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/981167/

Discussion: Is it possible to have very high CEA and CA19-9 without cancer?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 15, 2023

I recently finished 12 cycles of Folferinox, and I always felt strong fatigue for four or...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/826369/

Discussion: 2 questions: Interpretation of CA19-9. SBRT methods.

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 15, 2023

I just finished 12 rounds of Folferinox, as your husband is receiving. I am stage 1b...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/824377/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 11, 2023

Hi everyone! My mom receive the diagnosed with borderline pancreatic cancer. It is located in the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/814076/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 19, 2023

@mamarina as I sit in the waiting room for the results of my recent PET scan,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/808125/

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

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Posted: Feb 8, 2023

Hi, I had a distal pancreatectomy and splenectomy for an IPMN. There was an adenocarcinoma that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/755787/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 30, 2022

I had an IPMN in the tail of the pancreas found in summer of 2021. It...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/837953/

Discussion: Benign or Malignant IPMN? What to do next?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 5, 2023

@asugent I understand your concern about your mother's situation and the stress it places on you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/761536/

Discussion: Pancreatic cancer returned as mets to ovary: Looking for hope

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2022

Hi Colleen, Thank you for asking. My mom has done quite a bit and is still...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/285199/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 29, 2020

Hello @kay2 , my wife is in a similar situation. She had a distal pancreatectomy in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/326761/

Discussion: Digestive issues and pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 6, 2020

Hi Thawk32 So happy for you! What was your stage and what kind of treatment we...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/843399/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer warriors I hope you get great news like me

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 15, 2023

HI Thawk, You were on Filfirinox? What kind of diet you had? How bad were the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/847810/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer warriors I hope you get great news like me

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 23, 2023

I am now on Gemzar and Abraxane once a week for three weeks, then one week...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/862117/

Discussion: Anyone have/had BD-IPMN?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 18, 2023

I thought it might be the most readable if I post my answers below your questions...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/878565/

Discussion: My HIPEC experience and pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2023

Hi, Hope you're doing ok. I will try to give you an answer to your question...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/891298/

Discussion: What to expect from Gemcitibine chemo/radiation?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 6, 2023

What a great story. Did you receive Folfrinox?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/892392/

Discussion: Seeking a second opinion

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Posted: Jul 8, 2023

12 sessions of folforinox every fortnight. NEDafter 9 but oncologist advised to complete the course to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/855713/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 7, 2023

My husband was on Fulfirinox and his appetite was fine for 7 treatments. He tolerated it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/866506/

Discussion: Extreme loss of appetite since starting chemo for pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 25, 2023

My husband has PC Stage IV (mets to liver). Diagnosed when scanned for indigestion. No symptoms,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/850841/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 28, 2023

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