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Cancer of the Pancreas

    Posted: 02/08/2002    Updated: 09/16/2002



Introduction






The Pancreas






Understanding Cancer






Pancreatic Cancer: Who's at Risk?






Symptoms






Diagnosis






Staging






Treatment






Getting a Second Opinion






Preparing for Treatment






Methods of Treatment






Side Effects of Treatment






Surgery






Radiation Therapy






Chemotherapy






Pain Control






Nutrition






Followup Care






Support for People with Pancreatic Cancer






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Followup Care

Followup care after treatment for pancreatic cancer is an important part of the overall treatment plan. Patients should not hesitate to discuss followup with their doctor. Regular checkups ensure that any changes in health are noticed. Any problem that develops can be found and treated. Checkups may include a physical exam, laboratory tests, and imaging procedures.

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