Stories about operable pancreatic cancer
These stories are from people who could have surgery to remove their cancer.
Clive
Clive was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer after his daughter noticed he had symptoms of jaundice. He was able to have the cancer removed by a Whipple’s procedure. Clive is recovering well and shares his story to help others who are being diagnosed.
Trevor G
Trevor was 61 when he was diagnosed with cancer in the head of the pancreas. He reflects on the emotional impact of his diagnosis and treatments, and how the support he has had from his wife is helping him through this.
Robert
Robert went to his GP suffering from nausea and was quickly diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, aged 59. He talks about getting treatment and taking part in a clinical trial.
John & Cath
Cath’s husband, John, was diagnosed in 2020 and had surgery followed by chemotherapy. A year on, they’re feeling positive and looking to the future.
Trevor
Trevor was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2014. Almost seven years on, he shares his experience of having Whipple’s procedure and chemotherapy and keeping fit and well.
Michael
Michael was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2016. He had surgery and chemotherapy and shares his experience and recovery.
Geoff
Geoff shares his experience after being diagnosed with Ampullary adenocarcinoma in 2018
Roy
Roy was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2014, and shares his experience of isolating at home
Karen
Karen was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2010. She shares how she is coping during the coronavirus pandemic.
Bryony
Bryony was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2019, and shares how the coronavirus and shielding has affected her and her family.
Simon
Simon was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2017, when he was 42. He shares his experience of having surgery and chemotherapy
Carole
Carole was diagnosed with operable pancreatic cancer when she was 41. In 2019 she celebrated 10 years since her diagnosis