How do you cope when first diagnosed with pancreatic cancer?

Aloha! Getting this diagnosis can feel overwhelming, and those feelings are completely natural. Many community members find it helpful to focus on one step at a time - connecting with their medical team, learning about treatment options, and leaning on support from family, friends, and fellow patients who understand this journey. This community is here for you, and sharing experiences with others who've walked similar paths can provide comfort and practical insights during this challenging time.

I'm sure you're scared as can be. Look at all options. Consider seeing a naturopathic doctor and TMC acupuncture. I'm one year past onset of symptoms and still wondering how I could have seen them and not sought help immediately. I'm in Chemotherapy with stage 2B.

Fear only helps the cancer. Go forward with a stiff upper lip and all the strength you have. You'll pull through for sure.

I was diagnosed two weeks after my 57th birthday. I didn't believe the Dr until he said I had to start chemo the next. All cancer testing came back negative or inconclusive- until that day. Have faith, think positive and ask questions that scare you about the process. My Dr's are wonderful, most of my questions are answered before I ask them. I was diagnosed with stage 1a pancreatic cancer, it was completely removed from the neck. I have no food restrictions. I just don't feel like cooking or not eating what I cook. After surgery, I started losing weight and I still am during post surgery chemo. I was given a Rx for synthetic THC (weed- 2.5mg) I think it helps to increase my appetite. I don't take it every day because I don't feel like cooking to feed my hunger. It's a lot to consider. I take Creon pills to help absorb the nutrients from food and to keep my stool from turning gray. I'm glad my Dr warned me of the color change.