Pancreatic cancer

I found out on Tuesday that my 78 year old mum has inoperable pancreatic cancer as blood vessels are involved...and a couple of lymp nodes, no other organs effected

Im terrified.....we see the oncologist on 2nd August to decide when chemo starts

Im suppose to be going on holiday for 9 days abroad on 8th August to tenerife.....I don't know what to do!  I don't know how quick this disease will take my mum.....

People are telling me I should still go because I will need a rest before all the treatment starts

Im in a dilemma massively 

Please help x

  • Hello Sam671

    I'm so sorry to hear about your Mum's diagnosis. Undoubtedly this is a difficult time for you all. 

    Have you spoken with your Mum about how she's feeling about the upcoming appointment and the suggested treatment? Maybe once she's seen the Oncologist on the 2nd of August you'll feel better able to make a decision about what the best option is for you to support your Mum but I'd encourage you to have that conversation with her as well. 

    If you want to talk to one of our team of nurses ahead of her appointment you're most welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm. I'm sure they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information, and support that they can. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

  • Hi Jenn

    Thank you for your reply. We have since had a chat and mum along with many other friends and relatives have told me to go as I will need thus rest before mum gets unwell.

    She is in very good spirits at the moment  :)