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Symptoms and risk factors of stomach cancer

WebRisk factors for stomach cancer include: smoking tobacco. diet low in fresh fruit and vegetables. obesity. alcohol consumption. family history of gastrointestinal cancers. …

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Diet & nutrition with pancreatic cancer

WebOverall, try to make food choices that provide you enough calories (to maintain your weight), protein (to help rebuild tissues that cancer treatment may harm), nutrients such as …

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Diet and nutrition when living with biliary cancer

WebOverall, try to make food choices that provide you enough calories (to maintain your weight), protein (to help rebuild tissues that cancer treatment may harm), nutrients such as …

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The importance of diet and nutrition Pansupport Pancare …

WebThere are several nutrients essential to helping the body maintain the strength it needs in the fight against cancer – fat, protein, carbohydrates, water, vitamins and minerals. Like …

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Treatment options available for pancreatic cancer

WebRadiation therapy. Radiation therapy combined with low dose of chemotherapy may be used to reduce the chances of the cancer returning locally. Radiotherapy is rarely required for …

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How is liver cancer diagnosed

WebClinical examination. If you have symptoms of liver cancer, your doctor may carry out a general clinical examination to feel your abdomen to check for lumps or swelling. The …

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Treatment options for liver cancer

WebCurrently, the best chance for potentially curing liver cancer is through surgery or complete destruction of the tumor by using heat methods such as microwave or radiofrequency. …

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Treatment options for biliary cancer

WebSurgery to remove the tumour (resection) is the only potentially curative treatment for biliary tract cancer. The aim of resection is to remove the cancer, along with a healthy margin of …

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Cancer outcomes in regional Australia » Pancare Foundation

WebThe burden of cancer is not evenly spread. According to the AIHW Rural and Remote Health Report,2019 people in rural and remote areas more likely to be …

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Treatment options for oesophageal cancer » Pancare Foundation

WebYour treatment options for oesophageal cancer will depend upon the size, location, and stage of the tumour, as well as your general health and fitness. You should be fully …

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Optimal care pathways » Pancare Foundation

WebThe Pancare Foundation participates in the consultative review process to support the delivery of optimal care pathways for upper GI cancers, including pancreatic, liver, …

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Coping with the side effects of chemotherapy » Pancare Foundation

WebChemotherapy can have some side effects. We have listed these side effect and tips to control these below. Nausea and vomiting. Some chemotherapeutic drugs like Cisplatin …

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Pancreatic cancer symptoms & risk factors

Webindigestion. nausea and vomiting after meals. gradually worsening upper abdominal or back pain. unexplained weight loss. worsening itching of the skin. new onset diabetes. fatigue. …

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Preparing for a Whipple's procedure » Pancare Foundation

WebThe Whipple’s procedure is an extremely complex surgery with the results of surgery often dependent on the experience of the surgeon, specifically relating to the number of times …

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Latest data provides hope for Upper GI cancers with increases in 5 …

WebLatest data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) confirms that the incidence of upper gastrointestinal cancers in Australia are on the rise. …

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Refer a Patient » Pancare Foundation

WebMake a referral. If you know someone impacted by an upper gastrointestinal cancer who could benefit from contact with our team of specialist upper GI cancer nurses, …

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Pancreatic enzyme supplements » Pancare Foundation

WebSpecialist Support Team 1300 881 698. If you have pancreatic cancer, you may be recommended to take a pancreatic enzyme supplement. All enzyme supplements …

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Cancer statistics » Pancare Foundation

WebIt is estimated that in 2021, 2,392 new cases of stomach cancer will be diagnosed in Australia (1,558 men and 834 women). Stomach cancer has a poor mortality rate with …

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