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I'm not @margefromwi, but here are some ideas. Re nausea and vomiting, make sure that your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/958309/

Discussion: Started chemo for pancreatic cancer and already want to quit

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 3, 2023

Thank you for your welcome and comments. My husband’s mass was found because he was having...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/997345/

Discussion: Difficult Diagnosis

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 14, 2024

Hey! Just got accepted to rehab close to my daughter in CT Taking ZenPec with my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1235246/

Discussion: Has anyone had post Whipple stomach issues ?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 12 11:39am

I am on Creon 8 a day severe stomach cramps watery diarrhea Have to wear a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1121716/

Discussion: Anyone have chronic diarrhea while on digestive enzymes?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 11, 2024

My treatment was every other week (1 day per week followed by 1 week off). My...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1012593/

Discussion: Radiation therapy after 6 months of G/A chemo treatments

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 9, 2024

I too had a distal pancreatectomy this month. Prior to that, I had chemo with the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/776116/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 22, 2022

Not yet, but not every night. Major concerns with diarrhea increasing this past week. Last treatment...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/952784/

Discussion: Side effects after completing Chemotherapy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 23, 2023

I've been a very stable 160 +/- lbs (5'10" 60 yo male) since being diagnosed diabetic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/896517/

Discussion: Sucrose intolerance in EPI?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 16, 2023

Thank you for the comment. I went through all the tests and nothing seemed to match....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1227984/

Discussion: Does anyone have chronic diarrhea?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 2 6:08pm

The cramping is likely caused by the irinotecan, which does a number on the gastrointestinal system....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/931954/

Discussion: Began folfirinox treatment - have a few questions

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 18, 2023

Thank you, judithbramson12, Do you think the Zenpep was the cause of the diarrhea and the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1032750/

Discussion: Anyone have chronic diarrhea while on digestive enzymes?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 13, 2024

Just checking in to see how your husband is fairing with his treatments and side effects?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/952336/

Discussion: Diarrhea frequently during Chemotherapy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 23, 2023

fatherjonz, fwiw I've just had two radiation treatments + oral chemo. A little nausea (controlled by...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/973908/

Discussion: Your experience with IMRT (radiation) + capecitebine (oral chemo)?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 2, 2023

I would assume a pancrealipase was prescribed to address Pancreas Enzymes Insufficiency (EPI). When the dosage...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/739636/

Discussion: Foods after Pancreatectomy/Splenectomy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 20, 2022

Is this the product you were referring to? https://www.pureencapsulations.com/pancreatic-enzyme-formula.html I believe that my wife is allergic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208584/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 19, 2020

@beachdog, such a crossroads. It sounds like both your wife and her oncologist are concerned about...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208607/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 12, 2020

I see a lot of people who talk about needing Creon when they eat fats. Undigested...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/291994/

Discussion: Struggling to eat with pancreatic cancer: How do you manage?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 8, 2020

How are you doing now? I have an 8 MM IPMN in the head-uncinate process, I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1278978/

Discussion: IPMNs, concerned for diffuse pancreatic parenchymal atrophy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 10 9:35pm

Hello maggieflorida, I had the same surgery as you one year ago. No fever following surgery...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/971747/

Discussion: Low fever & diarrhea after distal pancreatectomy & splenectomy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 28, 2023

The first challenge in taking a pancrealipase (Creon, Zenpep, Viokace, Pertzye or Pancreaze) is in optimizing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/850295/

Discussion: How do you deal with Chronic Diarrhea and Pancreatic Cancer treatment?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 27, 2023