kamataca Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 We just found out yesterday that my cousin has pancreatic cancer, with probable mets to his liver. I know, and have learned, not to fixate on the statistics, but the drs. are saying 6-9 months. I know that miracles happen, but I just hate that he is facing this. I hate it for his kids, as well. We recently lost another family member to pancreatic cancer. Cancer, in its many hideous forms, just sucks. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerbil runner Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 I'm so sorry, Kelly. One of my aunts died of pancreatic cancer, and we originally thought that's what my mom had. The stats are grim, as pancreatic cancer typically does not respond well to chemo. But there are ALWAYS exceptions. Prayers for your cousin and all of your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Kelly, Sorry to hear your news. My MIL lived with pancreatic for 18 months. Most of that time her quality of life was pretty good. She had a complete response on a clinical trial, which gave her an extra 6 months. Prayers being said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 So sorry about your cousin, Kelly. There is so much cancer, it is scarey. I think everyone knows someone who had or has it. I hope they can keep him pain free and comfortable when the time comes. That is a horrible cancer. Poor guy... Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Many prayers, Kelly. I am so sorry for your family to have more to face. Love P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Kelly, Your family sounds like mine. My Father's side is riddled with Pancreatic Cancer among drinkers and never ever drinkers alike. Genetics...and I am so very sorry for it all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Kelly, I am sorry to hear this news... I lost my father in law to Pancreatic Cancer. It just plain stinks.... no other way to say it... (well, I can think of plenty of other "ways" but I wouldnt want to offend anyone!!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Kelly, I am so sorry to hear about your cousin. Cancer defintely DOES suck. My prayers will be with your cousin and family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miami Janet Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Hi Kelly, So sorry to hear about your cousin...my MIL also spassed from pancreatic cancer and it is a scary thing to face. Prayers for you and your family. Love, Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephi Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Kelly, this is such heartbreaking news..My Mom was dx in Dec. with PC..My husband with lung cancer and me suffering a massive heart attack in Jan. It amazed me to see how many people replied that they had someone close to them with PC...there is not nearly enough research going on for this, like lung cancer. It does not have to be a short lived cancer though...Positive attitude and making up his mind to fight has alot to do with it. I am sending you 2 sites I hope you pass on to him It will give answers to alot of questions..also I am sending prayers to you and your family Stephi http://pathology.jhu.edu/pancreas_chat/ http://www.pancan.org/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 My prayers to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Kelly, It stinks. You are right, all the variations of this disease stink. I wish your cousin hope and good medicine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Kelly, I'm so sorry to hear about your cousin. This disease, in any form, is truly awful. Sending prayers. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Prayers for your cousin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 So very sorry, Kelly. I'll be saying prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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