What's in the 'Chemotherapy' section?
- Chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer
- How is chemotherapy used for pancreatic cancer
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of chemotherapy?
- What chemotherapy drugs are used for pancreatic cancer?
- How is chemotherapy given?
- Side effects – how chemotherapy affects the blood
- Side effects of chemotherapy
- What happens after chemotherapy?
- Coping with chemotherapy
You may have tests, and your oncologist will ask you about any side effects. They will also talk to you about any further treatment you might need.
Once your chemotherapy has finished, you will have a CT scan every few months. If your cancer starts to grow, you may need to have more chemotherapy. Or you may be offered other treatments to manage your symptoms. This will depend on your cancer and how chemotherapy affected you.
If you need more treatment, your oncologist may mention clinical trials. Ask them about any trials that may be suitable for you.
Updated May 2024
Review date October 2026