Pancreatic Cancer Learning Center
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Pancreatic carcinoma is a malignancy (cancer) of the pancreas. |
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Symptoms
Weight loss; Abdominal pain; Loss of appetite; Jaundice; Nausea and vomiting; Weakness; Fatigue; Diarrhea; Indigestio...
Causes
Pancreatic cancer is the fourth leading cause of death from cancer in the United States. The disease is slightly more...
Tests
ERCP; Abdominal CT scan; Pancreatic biopsy; Abdominal ultrasound; Abdominal MRI. This disease may also alter the resu...
Treatments
At the time of diagnosis, only about 20% of pancreatic tumors can be removed by surgery. The standard procedure is ca...
Drugs
Cancer-killing medicine, chemotherapy, has been found to increase survival in some patients. This medicine (Gale Grou...
Alternative Therapies
The stress of illness can often be eased by joining a support group with members who share common experiences and pro...
Complications
Pancreatic cancer may result in weight loss, blood clots, liver dysfunction, infections, pain, and depression. Sympto...
Prevention
If you smoke, stop smoking. Eat a diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and exercise regularly.
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have persistent abdominal pain, loss of appetite, fatig...
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