What happens next if sentinel node biopsy positive?

Dear Ms,Thank you for your question. Lymph nodes should first be palpated to ensurethat they are lymph nodes. Palpation of the lymph nodes providesinformation about the possible presence of a malignant or inflammatoryprocess and the localization or generalization of that process. Theconsistency felt may be soft (normal), rubbery (suggestive of lymphoma),hard/firm (suggestive of malignancy or granulomatous infection). Common areas where you might notice swollen lymph nodes include your neck,under your chin, in your armpits and in your groin.

The symptoms that a patient with the final stage of pancreatic cancer may come from the disease in the pancreas, or from the spread of the cancer. If the pancreas cancer originates in the head portion of the pancreas, the patient will develop jaundice (yellowing of sclera and skin) due to obstruction of the bile duct [1]. If this is not resolved, they may develop easy bruising as well as generalized itch. As the tumour continues to grow, they may experience an inability to eat and frequent vomiting due to the compression of the pancreas tumour on the duodenum [2].