Hi, My pa had whipple surgery but it hasn't got rid of all the cancer in pancreas. His chemo which hadn't really got underway has been cancelled due to covid and I just don't know how to feel right now. I can't see my family face to face as I'm a key worker so too risky. I just want to know how serious this is...what will happen.. But I know no one can really give me the answers to this. Any advice or experience would help though. I'm so lost right now!
Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us and so sorry to hear about your dad’s diagnosis and ongoing issues. Yes, I can’t give you answers but will try and help.
These are uncertain times for all things cancer, bringing a lot of confusion, stress and many many questions but talking with people who are on the same type of journey can help a lot so am I direct you to our very supportive Pancreatic cancer group.
Posting in this group will open up your concerns to a wider group of people who know exactly what you are all dealing with at the moment.
Follow the link I've created, join the group, then hit ‘start a discussion’ and you are ready to go.
You could then copy and paste the information from this first post into your new discussion or you can also join in with existing ‘discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'.
You may also find our Carers only and Family and friends groups a benefit as you will connect with others supporting family through their cancer journey.
Can I also highly recommend our various Macmillan Support Line Services - you can call them free on 0808 808 00 00 This service covers Emotional Support, Practical Information. Clinical Information, Financial Support and Work Guidance mostly open 9.00 to 5.00 but check the link but you may find the service very busy at the moment.
When you feel up to it, it would be useful if could pop something about your journey so far into your profile as it really helps others when answering or looking for someone with a similar diagnosis. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself and if you're not sure what to write you can take a look at mine by clicking on my username but my journey was rather complicated.
All the very best ((hugs))
