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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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  • Ellen & Ewan

    Ellen & Ewan

    Ewan was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in June 2024. His daughter, Ellen, reflects on their family's loss and talks about how her Dad has i...

  • Sarah & Lynda

    Sarah & Lynda

    Lynda was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in October 2024. Her daughter, Sarah, shares the challenges they faced with her mum's diagnosis alo...

  • Laura & Duncan

    Laura & Duncan

    Duncan was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer when he was 66 years old. He spent all of 2025 making memories with his family. His daughter, Laura, refle...