My father (73) was diagnosed w/ stage iv pancreatic cancer in Oct 07, he was treated w/ Gemzar & Cisplatin @ MDACC in Nov & Dec. In early Jan scans showed the tumor had regressed although the lymph nodes did not show significant regression. Now it appears that the cancer is advancing again, he started on Gemzar w/ Taxotere yesterday. Does anyone have expereince with this? What different side effects should we look out/prepare for? Right now he is full of energy (probably from the steroid) but we are wondering when he may crash... Any ideas/thoughts will be much appreciated. I wish for hope, strength & luck to all & their families that are dealing with this terrible disease.