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How can I help my partner - diagnosed with pancreatic cancer

Wellsy
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Hello all - I'm so happy I am able to join this chat. My partner was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer 6 weeks ago and has already spread to liver. Too late to operate and he should be starting chemo soon. He has lost his appetite and lost so much weight. Can someone tell me the best way I can look after him? This is all new to me and am lost as to what I should be doing to help him.

Thanks

  • in reply to Wellsy

    I'm sorry to hear you haven't received the diet sheet from your partner's cancer team yet. This must be very frustrating, but hopefully you will receive it soon. If not, don't be afraid of pushing them for this as it's important you have all the information you need to be able to look after your partner.

    We do have some general information about what to eat and drink on our website but as you're specifically looking for information for someone who is diabetic I would recommend getting in touch with the specialist nurses at Pancreatic Cancer UK. You can contact them on 0808 801 0707 and they will be able to advise you on what your partner can and can't eat.

    I hope this helps and that your partner's chemo is able to be re-scheduled soon. 

    Best wishes to you both,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Offline in reply to Moderator Steph

    Thank you so much for your help. Very much appreciated x

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