As always, this information is not a substitute for your physician's advice but a resource that will allow you to realize how your experience relates to other's in similar situations. Other symptoms not listed here may arise due to the spread of cancer to distant sites or as a result of chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Not uncommon during advanced disease Spread of the cancer to the abdominal cavity Treatment varies depending on the cause. May worsen after eating or when lying down. Also common during recovery from surgery.
Opiates are very effective if taken regularly and at correct dosage.
Opiates frequently cause constipation and may be taken with laxatives. If pain persists, a celiac nerve block may be considered. This involves the injection of alcohol into the nerves near the pancreas to block the sensation of pain. The injection can be given through the skin, during surgery or during an endoscopic ultrasound. Anemia a low red blood cell count Occasional Often related to chemotherapy.