Diabetes
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Don’t Give Up
Joe Pearson responded so well to chemotherapy that even with a stage III tumor near a blood vessel he was able to have Whipple surgery.
Symptoms
Learn about the symptoms of pancreatic cancer. The symptoms of pancreatic cancer are similar to the symptoms for many other illnesses. This makes it hard to recognize and diagnose the disease at earlier, more treatable stages. What are the symptoms of pancreatic cancer? Adenocarcinoma Neuroendocrine Main Symptoms of Adenocarcinoma (or Exocrine) Tail Head Body Tail […]
Testing Standard Treatment Plus an Antibody to Shrink Pancreatic Tumors
Researchers are testing whether adding a monoclonal antibody to standard chemotherapy will make locally advanced pancreatic cancer qualify for surgery.
My Whipple Surgery for Pancreatic Cancer
In 1968 Bob Harris had a then-rare operation for pancreatic cancer: the Whipple surgery. Despite the side effects Bob has thrived.
Don’t Ignore Your Symptoms
It took Ed Duncan a long time to recognize that the symptoms he had added up to a very serious disease: pancreatic cancer.
I Am Alive and Grateful
Ken Parme had chemotherapy and CyberKnife radiation treatment for pancreatic cancer. The treatments have stabilized his tumor.
What You Should Know About Pancreatic Cysts
Dr. V. Raman Muthusamy explains the difference between pancreatic cysts and pancreatic cancer. Learn about different types of pancreatic cysts and which may develop cancer.
Today I Am Cancer-Free
Guy Van Ort was shocked to find out that his hip pain was stage IV pancreatic cancer in his hip, but treatment has made him cancer-free.
How to Eat with Pancreatic Cancer
What should I eat while in treatment? Oncology dietitian Maria Petzel provides eating strategies for pancreatic cancer patients.
One of the Biggest Tumors They Had Ever Seen
Pancreatectomy surgery to remove her cancer was Donna Robinson’s goal, despite having one of the largest tumors her doctors had ever seen.
Pancreatic Cancer Caught Early by Chance
Sandra Wilke chose her pancreatic cancer treatment of chemotherapy and pancreatectomy with an eye to her quality of life. She joined the tumor registry to learn more and help others.
Going the Extra Mile for Treatment—or Not?
Should you go to a larger cancer center or stay closer to home at a smaller hospital? Learn about the pros and cons of each option.
What to Eat—and What to Avoid—When You Have Pancreatic Cancer
The disease and treatment for pancreatic cancer affect the digestive system. Dietitian L.J. Amaral guides you to the best nutrition sources.
Reaching Primary Care Providers Through Podcasts
Dr. Jon Hallberg leads a series on early detection of pancreatic cancer as part of his mission to reach providers through podcasts.
A Two-Part Journey, So Far
Three years after surgery to remove a pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor from the tail of his pancreas, Pablo Rodriguez was shocked to discover the cancer had returned.