Hi . Welcome to the Online Community. I'm sorry to read of your Dad's diagnosis of Pancreatic cancer. You’ve come to the right place to talk to other people who are in the same situation and help you and your family get through this stressful time. My cancer is different, but a cancer diagnosis of any kind makes us ask lots of questions, causes confusion, stress and probably emotions we’ve never experienced before.
When anyone receives a cancer diagnosis we either go to pieces or shut down which is quite normal. Once your Dad starts his chemotherapy next week things will be a little clearer for him and he'll be in more control. At the moment he's lost and numb - exactly where I was this exact time last year.
It might be a good idea to also join the supportive Family and Friends where you'll be able to chat with others in the same situation.
It’s always helpful to others if you write a little something (or a lot) about yourself and your journey to date. You can enter it into your profile (click on your username and select “Profile”) It’s helpful to other members with a similar diagnosis who can then hopefully answer your questions. It also means that you don't have to keep writing the same thing over and over. You can amend or update it at any time.
To find more information covering diagnosis and treatments there are pages covering most types of cancers which can be found on our Online Information and Support Section.
The Macmillan Support Services also offer lots of information, support, financial guidance or just someone to listen. It’s free to call 0808 808 0000. Most services are available 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week. Have a look by Clicking here to see what is available and we also have our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two to three working days for replies from our expert team.
Sending you welcoming hugs B xx
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