It’s common to have many questions and concerns about what a diagnosis of pancreatic NETs will mean for you.
Diagnosis stage – You will have various tests to confirm that you have pancreatic cancer, and to work out which type and how far it has progressed. The results will help guide decisions about treatment.
Treatment for pancreatic NETs – These tumours are uncommon and many are diagnosed at an advanced stage. There are additional treatment options for both early and advanced pancreatic NETs.
Managing your diet– People with pancreatic cancer often need to adapt to changes in how their body processes food, either because of the cancer itself or because of the treatment.
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