The symptoms of pancreatic cancer may include abdominal or back pain, weight loss, jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), nausea or vomiting, and changes in bowel movements. However, in the early stages, pancreatic cancer may not cause any symptoms.
The exact cause of pancreatic cancer is not fully understood, but risk factors include smoking, obesity, a family history of pancreatic cancer, chronic pancreatitis, and certain genetic mutations.
Treatment for pancreatic cancer may include surgery to remove the tumor, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or a combination of these treatments. The choice of treatment depends on the stage and severity of the cancer, as well as the patient's overall health and other factors.
The prognosis for pancreatic cancer is generally poor, as it is often diagnosed at an advanced stage when it has already spread to other parts of the body.
