Patient Stories

Patient stories

Read powerful personal stories from people affected by pancreatic cancer, including patients and loved ones, sharing their symptoms, routes to diagnosis, and experiences. Discover how early diagnosis and support made a difference in their journeys.

David Fullard's story

David Fullard shares both his own, and his daughter's experiences with pancreatic cancer.

Dan's story of success

Dan Godley is back to share his first cancer-free milestone with you all.

Graham's story

Graham describes how he went from being a fit and healthy man living with IBS, to being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and undergoing life changing surgery.

Karin's story

Karin was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer age 30, and less than two weeks after giving birth to her son Jethro. She tells her story, in her own words.

Lizz's story

Lizz was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer years after experiencing initial symptoms, including bloating and unusual smelling urine. Now thankfully in recovery, she has turned her attention to raising funds and awareness for pancreatic cancer.

Briony's story

Briony was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer when she was just 26 years old after she had been experiencing symptoms for as long as 5 years before.

Jan's story

Facing a pancreatic cancer diagnosis, Jan shares her deeply personal decision-making process about undergoing major surgery, shaped by past medical trauma.

Sue Nicholls' story

Sue Nicholls’ daughter Sarah died of pancreatic cancer in February 2024 at the age of 49. Sue reflects on Sarah’s symptoms and how they were missed by doctors, as well as finding strength through fundraising for Pancreatic Cancer Action.

Caroline's story

Caroline describes being diagnosed with having a rare neuroendocrine tumour on her pancreas, and her life after receiving surgery to remove it.

Theresa's story

After years of overlooked symptoms, Theresa Upton was diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer. Theresa shares her story in the hope it helps others.

Michael Parry's story

Michael Parry recently received the all-clear one year after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He tells us about his experience over the past year, the significant role his GP played in his prognosis, and the importance of never losing hope.

Nikki's story

Nikki tells her story of being treated for chronic pancreatitis, before later being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

Mildred's story

One of our supporters, who has asked that we respect their privacy, has shared with us her mother Mildred's experiences with pancreatic cancer.

Anthony Roberts' story

Anthony was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in June 2016 after experiencing indigestion and heartburn and shares his story with us.

Monica's story

Kate Siegel tells the story, in her own words, of the journey that led to her mum’s death from pancreatic cancer in October 2015, aged 69

Dan Godley's story

In a normal year, marathon runner Dan Godley may have taken part in our Jog Jan for Pan Can campaign. Instead, the 28-year-old is undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer. Read more of his story.

Tracey Woollven's story

In the year that would have been her mother’s 60th birthday, Hannah Woollven reflects on her best friend, confidant, her soulmate, her mum, Tracey Woollven.

Áine Wood's story

Áine Wood, a 51-year-old mother of three from Essex shares her diagnosis journey.

Peter McGovern's story

Peter McGovern was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2023 and had successful Whipple surgery. His daughter Danielle shares his story.

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If you've been affected by pancreatic cancer, one of the most amazing ways you can help raise awareness and provide support to others, is by sharing your pancreatic cancer stories.

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