In this episode, Kiruthikah and Camilla are joined by Janet, who is living with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. She shares her experience of undergoing ERCP procedures to manage jaundice caused by her cancer.

We hear from Janet about what it’s really like to undergo an ERCP, from the first emergency procedure to planned stent replacements.

Janet also talks openly about how she manages the emotional and psychological challenges of cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Janet’s story offers invaluable insights for anyone going through similar experiences, about what to expect and how to navigate these treatments.

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In this episode, Camilla and Kiruthikah are joined by Dr Sreelakshmi Kotha, a consultant gastroenterologist, to discuss the management of pancreatic cancer complications, specifically jaundice and blockages in the bile ducts and small bowel.

We cover:

• why jaundice occurs and how gastroenterologists can help manage it
• managing blockages in the bile ducts and small bowel, the procedure involved (ERCP) and the use of stents
• potential risks and benefits of these procedures and how they can help improve quality of life.

Sree emphasises that while these procedures can sound complex and daunting, they are performed by highly specialist teams to offer people with pancreatic cancer the best outcomes and continue their treatment.

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In this episode, Kiruthikah and Camilla are joined by Jason, who is living with stage 4 cancer, and his son Joe.

Jason and Joe talk openly and powerfully, about their experiences and how they are approaching this important conversation. Jason’s story highlights what it's like to live with an incurable cancer, and how he is planning for the end of his life.

If you have any questions about these topics after listening to this episode we encourage you to talk to your healthcare team.

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