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He’s only 32 . Is anyone else caring for a child with this awful sneaky disease? To make matters worse , he is also a paraplegic/ wheelchair user .
Hi all new to the forum here and about shell shocked as diagnosed on 15/01/2025 after so many test and on Wednesday last my doctor phone to confirm I have pancreatic cancer . Never expected to hear these words as I have been undergoing treatment for liver...
Hello everyone I’ve just been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. I’ve had a CT scan and they’ve discovered a tumour in the head of my pancreas. I’ve got another CT scan this afternoon to check my chest, abdomen and pelvis. I’m also seeing the multi disciplinary...
Good morning to you all My brother was diagnosed last March, he was fortunate enough to have whipples procedure, they removed the tumour plus 20+ lymph nodes which 2 were positive. He had 6 months of flofirinox, which really took its toll and he lost...
Hi Does anyone have experience with palliative radiotherapy? Mum has been offered 3 sessions once a week for 3 weeks Thanks
I feel quite alone and as though my life has caved in and just revolves around caring and working. I will always care for my son but im unable to plan anything as we dont know what the future holds. Anyone else?
Hi, My lovely Mum was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2023 after a 4cm tumor was found on her pancreas. She had the whipple operation and managed 8 rounds of chemo afterwards before she had to stop due to serious side effects, and a CT scan last...
Hello all, nice to meet you. I have stage 4 pancreatic cancer and am a Type 1 diabetic, and I’m nearing the end stages of my life. I’ve taken care of everything I need to and am currently just trying to enjoy the time I have left with the people I love...
Hi, I have stage 4 cancer and cannot decide which chemo regime to try. At first I thought Folfirinox then change my mind as scared of side effects and chose ge m and Abraxane, but now I am worried about loosing my hair ! does Folfirinox cause hair...
Hi there, diagnosed early December and having an endoscopy biopsy tomorrow to inform my treatment plan. It's all a bit overwhelming as well to understand all the medical terminology, medication, symptoms, diet etc
