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The way in which Creon or any other pancrealipase is intended to be taken is to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/860360/

Discussion: Still losing weight: Does timing of Creon help?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 15, 2023

Hi Lean, I don't think that immunotherapy is off limits to others with cholangiocarcinoma, or they...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/165902/

Discussion: Talking Frankly about Living with Advanced Cancer

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Feb 23, 2018

Hello all. I am an old guy from KS and single. So a little about why...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1080650/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 4, 2024

Thank you for sharing your story. My husband was diagnosed with Stage 1B, as well, at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1031311/

Discussion: Expert help with proper dosing of Zenpep enzymes after Whipple

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 10, 2024

My doctor actually said the same thing. I just have to remember to eat one thing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1095477/

Discussion: Why surgery first vs chemo/radiarion first?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 27, 2024

silver182 I do remember your story as it is somewhat similar to mine. Only in mine...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1117759/

Discussion: Surgery Follow-up and pathology report

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 4, 2024

Good morning Jack. The main duct from the liver passes through the head of the pancreas...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1206707/

Discussion: Anyone have a dilated pancreatic duct? Worried.

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 8, 2025

My husband has been taking creon since last June. We always assumed the diarrhea was due...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208588/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 19, 2020

I had a normal bilirubin in August 2022, turned yellow in November of 2022. I was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/810236/

Discussion: Unexpected diagnosis of pancreatic cancer: How can I help my friend?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 12, 2023

Well the atrophy means you don't produce the enzymes. And yes, it's a higher risk of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1077121/

Discussion: IPMNs, concerned for diffuse pancreatic parenchymal atrophy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 29, 2024

Lynparza (Olaparib) is not chemotherapy. Chemotherapy drugs work by interrupting the DNA cell cycle. Olaparib is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/813883/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 19, 2023

@davidtd, like @mgilson suggested, an oncology dietitian can help you develop an eating plan based on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/783588/

Discussion: Radioembolization for pancreatic cancer metastasis to liver?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 11, 2022

2 years ago I was diagnosed with a dilation of my main liver bile duct. My...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/721957/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Disorders

Posted: Jun 29, 2022

I’m sorry to hear that your husband is experiencing those issues. I was diagnosed with pancreatic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1030947/

Discussion: Expert help with proper dosing of Zenpep enzymes after Whipple

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 10, 2024

I'm now 11 months post-Whipple, which I had 8 months after my first PC diagnosis. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/869601/

Discussion: If you had Whipple surgery, what are you eating or not eating?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 30, 2023

Hello Caryn: I am a pancreatic and breast cancer survivor and Registered and Licensed Dietitian (still...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/662565/

Discussion: Post Whipple: how long before your stomach "woke up"?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 15, 2021

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

I was diagnosed with tumor on the head of my pancreas 2/25. Stage 1, not sure...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1391126/

Discussion: Head of pancreas tumor

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 10, 2025

@sw54 Since your husband is a scientist, he might be more optimistic taking a research based...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/733209/

Discussion: How can I help my husband face the possibility he may not survive?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 1, 2022

Hello everyone, my Mom got diagnosed with Stage IA pancreatic cancer in July 2020. She had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/745229/

Discussion: Digestive issues and pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 4, 2022

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