My husband is an 8 year pancreatic cancer survivor. He had a small lesion on the tail of his pancreas which should up in a ct scan. It took 8 months to diagnose though. Dr after Dr. I don't understand why they would look only at the liver. The only way to truly diagnose pancreatic cancer is to go in and biopsy the pancreas. I'm not sure what sort of specialist did this but you need to find a surgeon that specializes in pancreatic cancer. I had to travel to Emory University to find a capable physician. I'm not trying to frighten you but I wouldn't stop asking questions especially if your father has weightloss, stabbing or knawing pain in his side that radiates through his back (of course this would be in the stomach area under his heart.
Hi reneedeIem, it's rare to come across a success story such as your's. My father in law has just been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Would you mind letting me know what type of treatment your husband had? Hope all is well.
diagnosed witha slightly bulky pancreatic head which appears to enhance homogenously with the remainder of the gland , no significant biliary or pancreatic duct dialation, No other abnormalities. My GI is not concerned thinks its probably due to too much alcohol. I suffer from anxiety and cant stop worrying. I have asked for a MRI please help the anxiety is debilitating