Pancreatic Cancer Action Network – Research, Patient Support, …
WEBContact PanCAN Patient Services for free, in-depth and personalized resources and information on pancreatic cancer. 877-272-6226. Online Contact Form.
About Us - Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
WEBFrom our beginning as a three-person nonprofit to our role today as a nationwide network supporting the pancreatic cancer community, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network has made significant progress fighting this deadly disease. View a few of our achievements below. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network was founded by Pamela Acosta Marquardt ...
Signs and Symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer - Pancreatic Cancer …
WEBPoor appetite, indigestion and nausea are common in people with pancreatic cancer. Some or all of these symptoms may occur when a tumor in the pancreas presses against the stomach or first portion of the small intestine. If this happens, food may remain in the stomach and cause several digestive difficulties, including nausea and vomiting.
What Is Pancreatic Cancer? – Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
WEBPancreatic cancer begins when abnormal cells in the pancreas grow and divide out of control and form a tumor. The pancreas is a gland located deep in the abdomen, between the stomach and the spine. It makes enzymes that help digestion and hormones that control blood-sugar levels. Organs, like the pancreas, are made up of cells.
Types of Pancreatic Cancer Treatment - Pancreatic Cancer …
WEBStandard Treatments: Surgery, Chemotherapy, Radiation. Clinical Trials, Including Immunotherapy and Targeted Therapy. Precision Medicine. Managing Symptoms and Side Effects. Integrative, Complementary or Alternative Medicine. You are your own best advocate. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network strongly recommends that you discuss your treatment ...
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network - Know all your options.
WEBABOUT US. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) is dedicated to fighting the world's toughest cancer. In our urgent mission to save lives, we attack pancreatic cancer on all fronts: research, clinical initiatives, patient services and advocacy.
Facing Pancreatic Cancer - Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
WEBWe also find resources for any questions you have related to pancreatic cancer. Contact us by calling (877) 272-6226 or by using the following form, and we’ll respond to you shortly. * Please confirm you are 13 years of age or older. Pancreatic Cancer Five-Year Survival Rate Increases to 13%.
About Pancreatic Cancer - Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
WEBPanCAN Patient Services is the place to contact when facing pancreatic cancer. Our highly trained and compassionate Case Managers provide free, personal one-to-one support and information about the disease. We also find resources for any questions you have related to pancreatic cancer. Contact us by calling (877) 272-6226 or by using the ...
Advanced Cancer - Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
WEBPancreatic cancer is advanced when it is unresectable, or can’t be removed by surgery. The cancer has spread to nearby blood vessels or lymph nodes, somewhat outside the pancreas or to distant organs (metastasis). This is usually stage III or IV. Staging is the process doctors use to describe the cancer’s size and if it has spread.
Treatment Information - Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
WEBOur highly trained and compassionate Case Managers provide free, personal one-to-one support and information about the disease. We also find resources for any questions you have related to pancreatic cancer. Contact us by calling (877) 272-6226 or by using the following form, and we’ll respond to you shortly.