10 Signs of Pancreatic Cancer You Need to Watch Out For

Last Updated on January 7, 2021

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9 – Light-colored or Greasy Stools

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Normal levels of bilirubin actually help give stools the brown color that we are familiar with. Remember the bile duct we mentioned earlier? If it is blocked, stools may turn gray or switch to a lighter color.

Moreover, when the pancreatic enzymes and bile duct are unable to travel smoothly to the intestines in order to help dissimilate fats, the stools are likely to become greasy (floating stools means they’re greasy.)

8 – Itchy Skin

When bilirubin accumulates in the skin, the patient would start experiencing yellowing and itchiness. However, the most common cause of jaundice is not pancreatic cancer. There are many other causes that are much more common, including hepatitis, gallstones, and other liver and bile duct diseases.

If your skin starts to become yellow and itchy, you should consult a doctor immediately. According to experts, such symptoms can indicate pancreatic cancer and need to be treated properly.

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7 – Stomach or Back Pain

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One of the common symptoms people with pancreatic cancer experience is pain in their back or belly. When cancer begins the pancreas’ tail or body, it can grow larger and start to put pressure on the neighboring organs, resulting in pain.

Besides organs, cancer might also extend to the nerves surrounding the pancreas, causing back pain. It should be noted that stomach or back pain often has other causes than pancreatic cancer.

6 – Weight Loss and Poor Appetite

Losing weight and/or appetite quickly and unexpectedly is never a good sign. Sudden weight loss is also common in people who suffer from pancreatic cancer, and this symptom is often accompanied by little or no appetite.

In fact, the pancreas affects our bodily functions in various ways, so when cancer spreads to this crucial organ it can decrease appetite and promote weight loss. If you ever notice you’re losing weight without any visible explanation, you should seek out medical help as soon as you can.