Disease Management
42 articles
A New Clinical Trial Leads to No Evidence of Disease
After pancreatic cancer diagnosis, Shannon Magee became patient 1 in a new clinical trial that combined chemotherapy and a Whipple procedure.
What To Do When Newly Diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer
An oncologist, surgeon, and nurse advocate give their recommendations if you are newly diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
What You Should Know about Palliative Care and Pain Management
Dr. Milagros Silva outlines what a palliative care doctor does and explains pain management for cancer patients.
Chemotherapy: A Key Player in the Battle Against Pancreatic Cancer
Dr. Gabriela Chiorean walks us through the different types of chemotherapy treatments for pancreatic cancer and how they work.
Why Side Effect Management Matters More Than Ever
As an endo-oncologist, Dr. Afreen Shariff knows the importance of side effects in pancreatic cancer patients.
Three Ways to Be your Own Best Health Advocate
Leslie Michelson recommends putting together a health care team of friends, advocates and physicians for the best possible care after a cancer diagnosis.
At the Table: Looking Back at the Last 10 Years
The Let’s Win Patient Advisory Board looks back at changes in the last 10 years for pancreatic cancer treatment, screening, and patient care.
Where Sorrow and Joy Meet
Musician and producer Tom Bajoras has focused on the sorrow, joy, and beauty of life as he fights PNET with standard and new treatments.
Learning All I Can About PNET
Burt Rosen received a double whammy diagnosis of PNET and kidney cancer, but he’s determined to learn as much as he can about his disease.
How to Eat with Pancreatic Cancer
What should I eat while in treatment? Oncology dietitian Maria Petzel provides eating strategies for pancreatic cancer patients.
Symptom Management for Pancreatic Cancer Patients
Manage pancreatic cancer treatment symptoms and side effects with effective symptom management techniques from oncologist Dr. Kim A. Reiss.
New Study Focuses On Supportive Oncology Care At Home
Dr. Ryan Nipp is exploring the value of supportive oncology care at home for pancreatic cancer patients in a pilot clinical trial.
Managing the Side Effects of Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
Chemotherapy side effects can be uncomfortable. Dr. Laleh Melstrom outlines patient options for managing the various side effects for increased quality of life.
Pancreatic Cancer, Diabetes, and Endocrine Health: What You Need to Know
If you are dealing with diabetes and pancreatic cancer, Dr. Afreen Shariff outlines why careful management is so important.
Molecular Profiling: Getting to Know Your Tumor
Dr. Johanna Bendell explains the value of molecular profiling, which can indicate the best type of chemotherapy for your tumor.