Know About Pancreatic Cancer

A condition in which cancer cells develop in the tissues of the pancreas, a small gland located behind the stomach. It produces digestive juices and hormones that regulate blood sugar levels

Symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer

• Jaundice
• Upper or Middle Abdominal Pain
• Unexplained Weight Loss
• Blood Clots in The Body
• Itchy Skin
• Loss of Appetite
• Fatigue
• Depression
• New or Worsening Diabetes

Risk Factors of Pancreatic Cancer

• Smoking Tobacco
• Age >60 Years
• Family History
• Excessive Alcohol Consumption
• Chronic Inflammation of The Pancreas
• Obesity
• Diabetes (Newly Diagnosed)

Diagnosis of Pancreatic Cancer

Your doctor will ask about your health history and perform a physical examination along with several tests to determine the cause of the condition, including:

• Blood tests (to check your general health and functioning of kidneys and liver)
• Laparoscopy (a surgical procedure to look at organs)
• CT scan
• MRI
• PET Scan
• Biopsy (removal of tissue to view it under a microscope)

Treatment for Pancreatic Cancer

• Surgery (Removes the cancer cells)
• Radiation Therapy (High-speed energy to kill the cancer cells)
• Chemotherapy (Uses drugs to kill cancer cells)

For advanced stages, surgery may not be possible. Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms such as pain and digestive problems.

Prevention of Pancreatic Cancer

• Quit smoking and Alcohol
• Maintain Healthy Weight
• Control Your Blood Sugar Levels
• Use Safety Equipment (In case of toxin exposure at work)

Smokers are two to three times more likely to develop pancreatic cancer.