Pancreatic cancer information videos

What is pancreatic cancer

Our specialist nurse, Lisa, explains what the pancreas does and what pancreatic cancer is. This video has information about the symptoms of pancreatic cancer, and how to get information and support.

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Just diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. What happens now?

This video is for anyone who has just been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Our specialist nurse, Nicci, talks about getting a diagnosis and explains second opinions. She also talks about coping with a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer and where you can get support. Andrew and Linda, who have both been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, share their experiences.

Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer that can be removed by surgery (stages 1 & 2). What does this mean?

This video is for anyone recently diagnosed who has been told they can have surgery to remove the pancreatic cancer. Your doctors may call this localised, stage 1 or stage 2 pancreatic cancer. Our specialist nurse, Nicci, explains what this diagnosis means, treatment options, and digestion problems. She also talks about where you can get support. Andrew shares his experience of getting this diagnosis and how he coped.

Diagnosed with locally advanced or borderline resectable pancreatic cancer (stage 3). What does this mean?

This video is for anyone recently diagnosed with locally advanced or borderline resectable pancreatic cancer. This means the cancer has spread outside the pancreas, to the large blood vessels near the pancreas, or a number of lymph nodes. Your doctors may call it stage 3. Our specialist nurse, Nicci, explains what these terms mean and where you can get support. She also talks about treatment options, and getting a second opinion. Andrew shares his experience of being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and the support he had.

Diagnosed with advanced, metastatic or stage 4 pancreatic cancer. What does this mean?

This video is for anyone recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Your doctors may call it advanced, metastatic, or stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Our specialist nurse, Nicci, explains what this means, treatment options and where you can get support. She also talks about when treatment to control the cancer isn’t an option. Linda shares her experience of how she coped with a diagnosis of advanced pancreatic cancer.

What to expect if someone you care for has pancreatic cancer

This video is for anyone looking after someone who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Our specialist nurse, Nicci, explains what happens when someone is diagnosed. She also talks about how you can help them and where you can get support, both for them and for you. Tiffany, who looked after her dad through his pancreatic cancer diagnosis and treatment, shares her experience.

Chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer

Chemotherapy is one of the main treatments for pancreatic cancer. It uses drugs to kill cancer cells.

Our specialist nurse, Jeni, explains chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer, who can have chemotherapy and the possible side effects. Carol and Stuart share their personal experience of having chemotherapy.

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How is chemotherapy given?

Chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer can be given in different ways. It may be given as a tablet, by an injection, or by an infusion.

Our specialist nurse, Jeni, explains how chemotherapy is given for pancreatic cancer. Carol and Stuart share their personal experience, and their daily routines when having chemotherapy.

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Surgery and pancreatic cancer

Surgery to remove pancreatic cancer, such as the Whipple’s procedure, is the best treatment option for people with early (operable) pancreatic cancer.

Our specialist nurse, Lisa, explains surgery for pancreatic cancer. She explains the different types of surgery, what happens after surgery and what to expect when recovering. Carol shares her experience of having the Whipple’s procedure, and her recovery.

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Clinical trials for pancreatic cancer

Clinical trials are medical research studies involving people. They help researchers and doctors find out more about new treatments or a new ways of providing care. Clinical trials can be an important treatment option for people with pancreatic cancer.

In this video, research nurses Doreen and Susie explain what clinical trials are, the different types of clinical trial, and how to decide if you want to take part. Karen and Norman share their experience of taking part in a clinical trial. 

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Diet and pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic cancer can affect how well your body can digest food. Our specialist nurse, Jeni, gives an overview of digestion and pancreatic cancer in this video.

Jeni explains why pancreatic cancer can cause problems with digestion, the symptoms this can cause, and how to get support from your healthcare team. Carol and Stuart share their personal experience of problems with digestion, and how they found support.

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Taking pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy

Pancreatic cancer can affect your digestion and cause symptoms such as weight loss, losing your appetite and changes to your bowel habits. Pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) can help manage these symptoms and make a big difference to how you feel.

Our specialist nurse, Jeni, explains more about pancreatic enzymes. Carol and Stuart share their experience of taking pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy.

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