Real life stories

In this section you will find real life stories from people affected by pancreatic cancer.

Whether you want to read other people’s stories or tell your own, sharing experiences of pancreatic cancer could help. 

These stories provide examples of how people are diagnosed, the treatment they have and how they take care of themselves. The stories are not recommendations about treatment or care. Talk to your medical team about your treatment options. 

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Sharing your experience can help others understand what it’s like to have pancreatic cancer or care for someone with pancreatic cancer.

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  • Alice

    Alice

    Alice began to feel unwell while on holiday in July 2023. She was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and has since had chemotherapy and surgery. Alice i...

  • StuartB

    StuartB

    Stuart was 63 when he was diagnosed with a tumour at the head of his pancreas. After a success Whipple's procedure and chemotherapy, Stuart has been a...

  • Christine

    Christine

    Christine was 56 when she was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. She shares her experience of this diagnosis and her subsequent treatment. Chri...