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- Wed Jan 05, 2011 3:34 pm
- Forum: Advanced pancreatic cancer
- Topic: message for clair 2305
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5734
Re: message for clair 2305
Hi Clair, My name is Jeni Jones and I work for PCUK. I am a qualified oncology nurse with 11 years experience, including dealing with Pancreatic cancer. I have been following your recent posts, and have seen that you are having physical symptoms at the thoughts of going out of the house. Apart from ...
- Wed Dec 29, 2010 2:32 pm
- Forum: Family, friends and carers
- Topic: Message for Ladywood
- Replies: 21
- Views: 10412
Re: Message for Ladywood
Hi Marie, Very sorry to hear about your sister, Linda. It was sad to hear that the chemo might have been working - this is in keeping with the disease, as it is generally very responsive to chemotherapy. Unfortunately, the chemo is fairly tough going, and as you pointed out, is better tolerated if t...
- Wed Dec 29, 2010 1:58 pm
- Forum: Advanced pancreatic cancer
- Topic: M.I.A
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9784
Re: M.I.A
You are absolutely right Lynn. These side effects you experienced are all documented side effects of Venlafaxine. The jaw clenching is actually a rare side effect! However, the dose used for night sweats is much smaller than for the usual use of the drug, so the side effects should be less at a lowe...
- Fri Dec 24, 2010 3:48 pm
- Forum: Advanced pancreatic cancer
- Topic: Gemma - 8th August 2010
- Replies: 14
- Views: 8202
Re: Gemma - 8th August 2010
Hi Debbie,
Just to say thinking of you as you have your first Christmas without Gemma.
Hope it can be in some way enjoyable, and that you are not too upset and lonely without her.
God bless,
Jeni.
Just to say thinking of you as you have your first Christmas without Gemma.
Hope it can be in some way enjoyable, and that you are not too upset and lonely without her.
God bless,
Jeni.
- Fri Dec 24, 2010 3:22 pm
- Forum: Family, friends and carers
- Topic: mum diagnosed third sibling with pancreatic cancer
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5645
Re: mum diagnosed third sibling with pancreatic cancer
Hi Jackie, I have been reading your posts and think it would be really worthwhile in you getting in touch with the EUROPAC study. They are looking at incidences of familial /heredity Pancreatic Cancer, and with your family history, they would be very interested. I have posted the link below. http://...
- Fri Dec 24, 2010 3:05 pm
- Forum: Family, friends and carers
- Topic: Message for Ladywood
- Replies: 21
- Views: 10412
Re: Message for Ladywood
Hello Marie, I have been reading your posts about your sister. Pancreatic Lymphoma is quite rare. It is true that lymphoma is an easily treated disease, and is usually very responsive to chemotherapy. There are 2 types -hodgkin's and non-hodgkins. The treatment for these is different. Combinations o...
- Fri Dec 17, 2010 5:15 pm
- Forum: Advanced pancreatic cancer
- Topic: how do i take part in the study for survival?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2589
study for survival
Hi Lyn, Did you actually get a chance to take part in the study for survival? If not, there will be Phase 2 of the study launched in January. You can get involved this way. Also, don't hesitate next time there is a launch or some great event in London -you can always contact our office and one of us...
- Fri Dec 17, 2010 4:44 pm
- Forum: Treatment & side effects
- Topic: Incision hernia
- Replies: 2
- Views: 7368
Re: Incision hernia
Hi Smilodon, Incisional hernias are very common after major abdominal surgery. They are easily corrected, with a revised operation and insertion of a mesh to reduce the hernia. Usually 48 hour stay in hospital. No heavy lifting afterwards though! This is what can put pressure on the wound area. Ther...
- Fri Dec 17, 2010 3:13 pm
- Forum: Advanced pancreatic cancer
- Topic: M.I.A
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9784
Re: M.I.A
Actually Julianna -I may have jumped the gun a bit with the drug! I was so busy finding it in my drug book! Have you actually tried over the counter remedies? Evening Primrose oil and red clover are also good for night sweats. Might be as well to try these before prescription meds? But, it is up to ...
- Thu Dec 16, 2010 4:14 pm
- Forum: Advanced pancreatic cancer
- Topic: M.I.A
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9784
Re: M.I.A
Hi Julianna, There is a drug you can try called venlafaxine. it is an anti-depressant, but is used in small doses in counteracting night sweats. You would need to get it prescribed by your GP, or if you are still at the hospice, get a consultant there to do it. Sorry to hear your news has not been s...
- Thu Dec 02, 2010 3:58 pm
- Forum: Family, friends and carers
- Topic: Experience request.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5252
Re: Experience request.
Hi Jackie, I hope you have had some more information after your appointment on Wednesday. I would be delighted to answer any queries you may have. You can contact me via support@pancreaticcancer.org.uk I run the support service for the organisation and have experience of pancreatic cancer and the tr...
- Fri Nov 26, 2010 2:01 pm
- Forum: Family, friends and carers
- Topic: good results with gemcitabine
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3081
Re: good results with gemcitabine
Hi Laura, I would like to echo Nicki's sentiments in offering my sympathies to you after the death of your father. This must be a very emotional time for you - sadness at the loss of your dad, and feeling happy for your aunt. This is an excellent response she has had to chemotherapy. As Nicky said, ...
- Fri Nov 26, 2010 1:38 pm
- Forum: Family, friends and carers
- Topic: Having a bad day
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3273
Re: Having a bad day
Hi Jordan, It is really good that you are feeling brighter these days. It is always good when you have fond memories to look back on. Time is a great healer, and none of this can be rushed. I bet you are busy preparing for Christmas, and all that entails. Just don't get too bust to look after yourse...
- Tue Nov 16, 2010 2:18 pm
- Forum: Family, friends and carers
- Topic: Having a bad day
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3273
Re: Having a bad day
Hi Jordan, Just been reading your post. Sorry that it has taken a while for this to appear, but I just wanted to say thinking of you.I know you had a bad day, and I hope you are feeling a bit brighter since then. It is so sad when you are best friends with someone also. It makes it like a double los...
- Tue Nov 16, 2010 2:03 pm
- Forum: Family, friends and carers
- Topic: Both Carer and cared for.My Story.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5338
Re: Both Carer and cared for.My Story.
Hi Richie and Margey,
Both of your stories are so inspirational.
Long may it be so!
We are looking forward to the first study for survival launch this week.
best wishes,
Jeni.
Both of your stories are so inspirational.
Long may it be so!
We are looking forward to the first study for survival launch this week.
best wishes,
Jeni.