Morning @tisme, how are you doing this morning?   I can well understand how scary all of this is for you, have you spoken to Cancer Council at all? We have a program called Cancer Connect, where you can speak to one of our trained volunteers who have had the same or similar cancer and/or treatment and are now well again. Many people find this very helpful, as you get matched with someone who has been there. Give 13 11 20 a call today if you get a chance and ask about Connect.   Can I ask how old your daughter is?   Sending hugs    -Kate Cancer Council Online Community Manager ... View more

Morning @debbru, generally that is done in order to shrink a tumour prior to surgery.   Have you been diagnosed recently? You may like to call (02) 9334 - 1870 and speak to one of the team regarding our Cancer Connect program here at Cancer Council, where we will endeavour to match you with someone who has had the same or similar cancer and/or treatment, so you can have a chat with someone who has been through what you are going through and come out the other side.   -Kate Cancer Council Online Community Manager ... View more

Hi @debbru and welcome to the community    That doesn't sound like a good thing you're experiencing. Have you noticed any other changes to your breasts? Any discharge, rashes or the like?   Has anyone else here experienced what @debbru is? ... View more

Hi @Md,   I am glad your Mum is doing ok.   I know one of our members @kj has had a whipple, they might be happy to answer some questions if you had any    -Kate Cancer Council Online Community Manager ... View more

Hello @Md, how is your Mum doing?   It must be incredibly difficult for you being in a different country for her, let alone her being in a conflict zone as well    Most of the resources I am going to suggest are Australian but they will give you a good understanding of pancreatic cancer and perhaps some things you can look at... Understanding pancreatic cancer Complementary therapies Questions for your doctor Coping with a cancer diagnosis - podcast How to help someone with cancer - podcast -Kate Cancer Council Online Community Manager ... View more

Hi @Emma9, how are you doing this week?   Sorry to read what you've been going through, did you come to any decisions about the CT scan?   Everyone is entitled to a second opinion, so I would certainly encourage you to seek that if you are feeling worried in any way, shape or form. If you are finding you can't voice/get your medical team to understand how you're feeling, do you have a family member or friend who could advocate on your behalf perhaps? Another thing you could perhaps do would be to write down everything you are concerned about and take that with you to the next appointment, so you can refer to it.   Here's a great podcast that you may like to listen to around managing fear in relation to cancer. There's also another on making treatment decisions that may be of interest.   Sending love    -Kate Cancer Council Online Community Manager ... View more

Fingers crossed that it's nothing too serious @Dafad123!!   I can well understand being anxious, especially with a family history of cancer. Can I suggest you have a listen to this podcast on Managing Fear? The situations and strategies they talk about in the podcast are relevant for everyone, regardless of where they are at.   Sending hugs, please let us know how you get on    Kate Cancer Council Online Community Manager ... View more

Hi @HopefulSoul,   I know this is a difficult time for you all.   To help you and your Mum in your caring roles, please contact the following: National Domestic Violence Hotline - 1800 737 732 Carers Australia - 1800 242 636 Family and Relationships Australia - 1300 364 277 Could you perhaps visit your Mum's GP with her and talk them about what is happening for your Mum and Dad? Talk with the GP about supporting both your Mum and Dad. ... View more

Morning @Gayle and welcome!   How are you going with your treatment and your search for a wig?   Just thought I'd mention Cancer Council QLD have a partnership with an organisation called ESA and they provide wig and turban services across QLD. You can find out more about that here, including contact details.   Do let us know how you get on    Cheers, Kate Online Community Manager ... View more