For people affected by pancreatic cancer

Our newly diagnosed pack contains key publications if you have just been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. This pack is for people who have been diagnosed with early, localised cancer (stage 1 or stage 2), or have been told they can have surgery to remove the... read more

This booklet is for you if you have been diagnosed with early, localised pancreatic cancer (stage 1 or 2), or told you can have surgery to remove the cancer (operable cancer). The booklet explains your diagnosis, treatment options and how to manage symptoms. It includes... read more

Our newly diagnosed pack contains key publications if you have just been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. This pack is for people who have been diagnosed with locally advanced (stage 3) or advanced (stage 4 or metastatic) cancer, or have been told they can’t have surgery to... read more

This booklet is for you if you have been diagnosed with locally advanced pancreatic cancer (stage 3) or advanced cancer (metastatic or stage 4), or if you’ve been told you can’t have surgery to remove the cancer. The booklet explains your diagnosis, treatment options and... read more

Our leaflet, 'What now? How to look after yourself and get support through pancreatic cancer' is for people with pancreatic cancer. It explains how to deal with the emotional impact of pancreatic cancer and get support when you need it.

Our booklet explains the standard of care everyone with pancreatic cancer should have. You can use it as a guide to what you should expect from your care. The booklet is included in the newly diagnosed pack.

This fact sheet explains what the pancreas does, and what pancreatic cancer is.

This booklet explains how pancreatic cancer can cause problems with diet, eating and nutrition. It includes information on how to manage these problems, including how to take pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) to help digest food. This booklet is included in the newly diagnosed pack.

This fact sheet explains how capsules called Pancreatic Enzyme Replacement Therapy (PERT) can replace the enzyme your pancreas normally makes. PERT can help you digest your food and manage symptoms like weight loss, diarrhoea, tummy pain, bloating, wind, and indigestion. It can make a big... read more

This credit card sized fold-out leaflet explains the symptoms you might get if you have problems digesting your food. These include weight loss, runny poo, tummy pain and bloating. The leaflet explains how to get help if you have these symptoms, and how they can... read more

You can use this diary to record what you have eaten, the pancreatic enzymes (pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy - PERT) you took, and any changes to your digestive symptoms. You might find this particularly useful when you first start taking pancreatic enzymes, to help you... read more

This booklet is for family members of someone with pancreatic cancer. It includes information on managing symptoms and side effects, and accessing the right care and support. This booklet is included in the newly diagnosed pack.

This fact sheet is for anyone having tests for pancreatic cancer. It explains the different tests used, and what the test results mean.

These 10 tips are for people who are worried about pancreatic cancer, to help them talk to their GP. They include useful information to help people get the most out of their GP appointment.

This fact sheet explains the different things that may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer.

This fact sheet explains family history of pancreatic cancer, and why pancreatic cancer sometimes runs in families.

This fact sheet explains the different types of pancreatic cancer, including pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours.

This fact sheet provides more detailed information than the leaflet about the symptoms of pancreatic cancer, as well as information about what to do if you think you have symptoms.

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) have produced guidelines for health professionals diagnosing and caring for people with pancreatic cancer. This version of the guidelines is designed for people affected by pancreatic cancer, and explains the recommendations. Use it to help you... read more

This fact sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having chemotherapy. It explains how chemotherapy is given, the different drugs used, and how to look after yourself during chemotherapy. This fact sheet is included in the newly diagnosed pack.

This information sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having FOLFIRINOX chemotherapy. It explains how FOLFIRINOX is given and the side effects.

This information sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having gemcitabine chemotherapy. It explains how gemcitabine is given and the side effects.

This information sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having capecitabine chemotherapy. It explains how capecitabine is given and the side effects.

This information sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having Abraxane chemotherapy. It explains how Abraxane is given and the side effects.

This fact sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having FOLFIRI chemotherapy. It explains how FOLFIRI is given and the side effects.

This fact sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having FOLFOX chemotherapy. It explains how FOLFOX is given and the side effects.

This fact sheet is for people who are having surgery to remove pancreatic cancer. It explains the different types of surgery and what to expect. This fact sheet is included in the newly diagnosed pack.

This fact sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having radiotherapy. It explains the different types of radiotherapy, how it is given and the side effects.

This fact sheet explains what irreversible electroporation (also known as IRE or NanoKnife®) is, how it treats pancreatic cancer, and who can have it.

This fact sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having a stent put in to treat jaundice caused by a blocked bile duct. Families may also find it helpful. It explains what stents are, when they are used, how they are put in... read more

This fact sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having a stent put in to treat a blocked duodenum. Families may also find it helpful. It explains what stents are, when they are used, how they are put in, possible problems and managing... read more

This fact sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having bypass surgery to treat pancreatic cancer symptoms. Families may also find it helpful. It explains what bypass surgery is, when it is used, the advantages and disadvantages, and what it involves. There is... read more

This booklet is for people who have fatigue. It explains what fatigue is, what causes it, how it can be managed – including things you can do yourself, and the support available.

This diary can help you monitor and manage fatigue. Download and print it, or fill it out and save on your computer.

This fact sheet is for anyone with pancreatic cancer who has diabetes. It explains what diabetes is, why people with pancreatic cancer may have diabetes, and how it is managed.

If you have pancreatic cancer and diabetes, it can be tricky to deal with symptoms and to work out what is causing them. You can use this diary to keep a record to help you and your diabetes team monitor your diabetes. You can download... read more

This booklet explains what causes pancreatic cancer pain, the different types of pain, and how it is managed.

Print off and use this record card to help you manage your pain medicines.

This fact sheet is for anyone who would like to find out more about feeling and being sick when you have pancreatic cancer. It explains what causes sickness and the treatments available that can help you.

People with pancreatic cancer may have a higher risk of a blood clot forming in a vein. This is called a deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and it can block the normal flow of blood through the veins. Find out the symptoms of blood clots and... read more

Easy read information using pictures and simple words to explain what pancreatic cancer is and how it is diagnosed. It can help people who find it hard to read lots of information.

Easy read information using pictures and simple words to explain surgery to remove the cancer. It can help people who find it hard to read lots of information.

Easy read information using pictures and simple words to explain treatments if you can’t have surgery, including chemotherapy and stents. It can help people who find it hard to read lots of information.

Easy read information using pictures and simple words to explain how symptoms like diet problems and pain are treated, and how you can get support. It can help people who find it hard to read lots of information.

This booklet is for people with pancreatic cancer and their family who want to know more about what may happen in the last few months of life. It includes information about the symptoms people may get and how to manage these, accessing care and support... read more

This booklet gives information about what to expect when someone with pancreatic cancer is close to the end of their life. It includes information about caring for a loved one, signs that the end of life is close, saying goodbye and coping with loss. 

This leaflet is for family members of someone with pancreatic cancer. It will give you some tips on how to look after yourself when caring for them. Plus ways to get further emotional support and information when the time is right for you.

This leaflet explains what the pancreas is, and provides an overview of the most common symptoms of pancreatic cancer.