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Pancreatic Cancer
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UNDERSTANDING PANCREATIC CANCER

What to know

This page provides a starting point for learning about pancreatic cancer. Cancer types and individual experiences vary, and information here is not a substitute for personalized medical guidance.

Possible signs

Possible signs include jaundice, dark urine, pale stools, upper abdominal or back pain, appetite changes, or unexplained weight loss. These symptoms can have many causes.

  • Keep track of changes that are new, persistent, or unusual for you.
  • Symptoms can have many causes and do not necessarily mean cancer.

Risk factors

Risk factors can include smoking, older age, chronic pancreatitis, diabetes, family history, and inherited gene changes. Many people with risk factors never develop it.

  • Having a risk factor does not mean a person will develop cancer.
  • Share relevant personal and family history with a healthcare professional.

When to seek guidance

Seek medical advice for persistent or concerning symptoms. There is no routine screening test recommended for the general average-risk population.

  • Ask about tests, screening, or follow-up appropriate to your age and personal risk.
  • Seek urgent care for severe or rapidly worsening symptoms.
Important: Educational information only. This page cannot diagnose symptoms or recommend an individual treatment plan. Consult a qualified healthcare professional about health concerns.

TRUSTED SOURCES

Learn from established organizations

Use reputable sources and discuss personal questions with a healthcare professional.

↗National Cancer InstituteGovernment cancer research and information resources.Visit ↗↗American Cancer SocietyCancer education, treatment information, and support.Visit ↗↗CDC Cancer ResourcesPublic health information, prevention, and screening.Visit ↗
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