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Pancreatic terminal cancer

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Hello, this is my first time doing something like this, i can't really speak to my mum about things as i dont want to upset her and she is also caring for my dad all the time.

Four months ago my dad got diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer that had spread to the liver. He is 50 years old and he has always been quite healthy and only smoked when he was young.

He is currently taking chemotherapy to try to prolong his life expectancy but how long would this be? I can't stop researching until i give myself some peace of mind. He also gets so many infections for example right now he has an infection in his leg. He seems like he is in so much pain after chemotherapy and he is so fatigued that it hurts to look at him sometimes.

Does anyone know any activities i could do with him as he is so tired all the time? 

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    Hello,

    Terminal pancreatic cancer is the worst diagnosis you will receive and for your dad just 50 it is devastating and extremely difficult for your mum caring for dad, and for you at such a young age to be having to go through this traumatic experience. (Think maybe you should have a chat with mum to talk things through).

    Unfortunately Chemotherapy does bring a lot of side affects such as fatigue and so many, many other problems. I trust the infection and pain that your dad is having is being treated.

    Your dad doesn’t want activities, just you and mum to be there comforting him.

    Best Wishes

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    Hello sorry to hear your dad's diagnosis. I've also been told a close family member has months due to pancreatic cancer. They've had two rounds of chemo, feel sick and are also tired. Just waytk say hi really and sorry. It sucks :( all we can do is be there and be strong for them. Let me know if you find anything that works or food that's good. 

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    Hello,

    im so sorry about your family members diagnosis. I hope you are coping okay. My fathers on his 3rd round of chemotherapy so not that far ahead. We found that protein drinks really helped my dad in times where he lost his appetite and he felt nauseous, it got him his nutrients. We are however finding it tough with food right now as my dads taste buds are very heightened and he doesn't like foods he used to. 
    Thank you for your response it means a lot , we will stay strong together

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