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I am suffering from Pancreatic Cancer
I am suffering from Pancreatic Cancer, want to know the exact treatment of my disease as some doctors are saying for stenting, some doctors are advising Chemotherapy only and some of the doctors suggested me for the Whipple Surgery. I will definitely pay the fees for sure once I get a feed back from your side. Presently I am in Mumbai.
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Pancreatic cancer is one of cancer where all modality of treatment are effective for better result.Stenting or bypass surgery is usually required for relief of jaundice or pain due to obstruction.Whipple surgery is done if you're disease can be completely removable and that decision is taken by surgeon.Chemotherapy can be used for supporting surgery or radiation treatment.Chemotherapy alone will mostly used for advanced disease for pain relief and increase survival.
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