Wednesday 3 August 2011

Symptoms Of Pancreatic Cancer

The diagnosis of this disease is usually delayed because symptoms are nonspecific. No symptoms of pancreatic cancer are presented in the early phase of the disease. Jaundice, which causes yellowing of the skin, is present in approximately 50% of patients at diagnosis, and may be associated with less advanced disease.

Other symptoms of pancreatic cancer or signs of pancreatic cancer are:

Unintentional weight loss

Fatigue, weakness or fatigue

Discomfort in the abdomen

Poor appetite or anorexia

Glucose intolerance

In addition to the above symptoms of pancreatic cancer patient may also experience pain in the abdomen and back. Due to the overproduction of insulin in the pancreas of possible symptoms may include dizziness, weakness, diarrhea, chills or muscle spasms. The symptoms of pancreatic cancer are presented only at a late hour to be silent during the initial phase.

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