Understanding cancer of the pancreas

Booklet
Published: 01 May 2022
Next review: 01 May 2025
Edition: 13

A booklet explaining cancer of the pancreas, covering the causes and symptoms, diagnosis, staging and grading, treatments and clinical trials.

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Published: 01 May 2022
Next review: 01 May 2025
Edition: 13

A booklet explaining cancer of the pancreas, covering the causes and symptoms, diagnosis, staging and grading, treatments and clinical trials.

About this booklet

This booklet is about cancer of the pancreas, which is also called pancreatic cancer. It is for people who have been diagnosed with cancer of the pancreas, or are having tests and investigations for it. There is also information for carers, family members and friends.

 

This booklet gives information about the most common type of pancreatic cancer, how it is diagnosed and treated. It also gives information about controlling symptoms for people with advanced pancreatic cancer. This booklet also has information about the feelings you might experience. You can find practical advice on dealing with work and finances towards the end of the booklet.

 

Visit our online information about pancreatic cancer.

 

We want everyone affected by cancer to feel our information is written for them. To do this we use plain English and we try to make it accessible and relevant to the widest range of people. Read more about how we produce our information.

 

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How we can help

Macmillan Support Line
The Macmillan Support Line is a free and confidential phone service for people living and affected by cancer. If you need to talk, we'll listen. 

 

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Financial issues can cause worry when someone becomes ill. You may be able to claim benefits to help you in your situation. You may also be able to get financial assistance from other organisations.
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