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Suggest Treatment For Bile Duct Cancer

My brother, 56 yrs old, 6'3", 300lbs was diagnosed with stage 4 bile duct cancer last week. He was admitted to the hospital after experiencing Yellow Jaundice. The drs. found a tumor on his liver in a CT scan. They put in a stint 10 days ago to relieve the jaundice, but he is still very yellow, and itching. He is at home now, but experiencing fatigue, and some upset stomach. We live near San Antonio, TX. Where should we go next? What questions should we ask when we see his dr. on monday? Will they start him on treatment if he still has the symptoms of the jaundice?
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hi.

his current symptoms of fatigue and stomach upset along with the jaundice (yellowing of his skin) and itching are all symptoms brought about by his disease. you should do a follow-up check up with his gastroenterologist. his doctor would probably request for a repeat liver function tests and bilirubins to monitor his improvement after the stenting/current condition.

you could ask about the patient's prognosis and a nutritional assessment and management could also help your brother.
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Suggest Treatment For Bile Duct Cancer

hi. his current symptoms of fatigue and stomach upset along with the jaundice (yellowing of his skin) and itching are all symptoms brought about by his disease. you should do a follow-up check up with his gastroenterologist. his doctor would probably request for a repeat liver function tests and bilirubins to monitor his improvement after the stenting/current condition. you could ask about the patient s prognosis and a nutritional assessment and management could also help your brother.