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Before distal surgery I was at 91 and after surgery I was 8. Following 12 sessions...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/951689/

Discussion: Began folfirinox treatment - have a few questions

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 22, 2023

Ask your oncologist about Floforinox. It’s a different chemotherapy. See if oncologist thinks it’s an option...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/871224/

Discussion: Nothing left to offer in the way of therapy?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 2, 2023

@ markymarkfl, Yes. The "Peer to peer" phone call from my oncologist is what finally got...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1298286/

Discussion: Does anyone else hate insurance companies as much as I do?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 6 1:38pm

@marciakaye, such a tough situation. You might wish to connect with other members in a similar...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/289426/

Discussion: Recent diagnosis of pancreatic cancerous tumor - awaiting PET

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2020

@di341 there are excellent pancreatic oncologists at John’s Hopkins. As recommended previously , it is very...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/921366/

Discussion: Pancreatic cancer relapse

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 30, 2023

thank you all for responses. I am at a major cancer center- Dana Farber/Boston. And yes,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/887098/

Discussion: Are you eligible for surgery with vascular involvement?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 29, 2023

I still have my doctor at DF in the loop. All my scans and reports are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/798460/

Discussion: Pancreatic cancer: How do I decide which hospital is best?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 18, 2023

@markymarkfl Remember Chemotherapy likes to follow the laws of physics or Newton - “what goes up...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1028079/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 5, 2024

Thank you. We are awaiting results of the gene testing. Good to know about your experience...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/811942/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 15, 2023

I was identified with the ATM gene mutation. I had ovarian cancer in 2007 and DCIS...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/844503/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 17, 2023

New business opportunity? At this point I can assure you less than 1% of practicing oncologists...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1140661/

Discussion: Clinical Trials: they are not designed only to be a “last resort”

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 12, 2024

Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Karthik Giridhar, medical oncologist offer this information: - High-dose vitamin C: Can it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/901038/

Discussion: Has anyone used or heard of high dosage Vitamin C IV to treat cancer?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 23, 2023

I am 57 years old with stage 4 adenocarcinoma diagnosed 10/24. Started standard of care 11/24...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1315655/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer Q&A with Dr. Stauffer, Mayo Surgeon: May 29

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 29 10:45am

Thanks, Nae. Here’s the link to the study for anyone interested - A Study to Evaluate...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/690134/

Discussion: Anyone had Pancreatic Cancer in the head of the pancreas?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 16, 2022

That is my next step / asking about clinical trials; I just feel like a get...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1107011/

Discussion: Has anyone heard of DNA methylation clinical trials?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 17, 2024

@cathyras, if you would like to inquire about a second opinion at Mayo Clinic, here's how...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/761470/

Discussion: Question on Chemo: How often? At Mayo or locally administered?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2022

I understand your situation of the oncologist not being of much help in finding a suitable...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/834602/

Discussion: Treatment options for pancreatic cancer stage 4?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 30, 2023

Could you elaborate on the differences? I am in CT too, and My husband is being...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/811843/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 15, 2023

I’m aware of the age restriction on clinical trials from my position as a research patient...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1043741/

Discussion: Pancreatic lesion 89 yr old dad. Dr not sure if he can be treated.

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 1, 2024

When I was about halfway through my 12 cycles of the Folfirinox chemo, I asked my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1140795/

Discussion: Clinical Trials: they are not designed only to be a “last resort”

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 13, 2024