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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

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

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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

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

@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

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

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

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

My wife is 9 months post surgery and using Creon, cholestyramine, and immodium and still has...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208605/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 11, 2020

Thank you for your reply and I too have an MRI every 2 yrs. this diarrhea...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/665168/

Discussion: Pancreatic cyst

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Posted: Dec 25, 2021

I was diagnosed back in Sept 2022. Went thru it all - 12 chemo, 28 radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1107951/

Discussion: severe weight loss with pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 18, 2024

Hello @treadmillann My wife has also had terrible reaction to the Creon, severe stomach pain and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/285191/

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

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Posted: Apr 20, 2020

Thank you. I can tell that my symptoms are worsening as I have not lost an...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/723162/

Discussion: Dilated pancreatic duct: Should I get a second opinion?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 3, 2022

I have just started on pancreatic enzymes and do not know what I am doing ....

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 17, 2023

I was jaundiced and had dark urine, so after waiting to get in for tests I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/828550/

Discussion: Dad at 61, discovered to have 2cm localized at the head of pancreas

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 19, 2023

That’s interesting. I stay away from processed foods as much as possible, I read every label...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1189965/

Discussion: Has anyone experienced bloating?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 13, 2024

It was negative. I forget what they were looking for, I think lactose intolerance and I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1127979/

Discussion: Is anyone taking Zenpep rather than Creon? If so what foods work?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 21, 2024

I lost 45 pounds when I got pancreatic cancer. I was jaundiced and my pee was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/954246/

Discussion: What to eat when diagnosed with pancreatic cancer?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 26, 2023

Thank you for your response. In my case, after 7 cycles of G/A chemo treatments (1...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1011790/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 8, 2024

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