Common symptoms of pancreatic cancer

The early symptoms of pancreatic cancer are mainly upper abdominal discomfort or dull pain, bloating, and distension, accounting for about 70% to 90%. Since postprandial food stimulates the secretion of bile and pancreatic juice, and there is obstruction at the exit, the pressure in the bile duct and pancreatic duct increases, which can aggravate the pain or discomfort. Another significant symptom is loss of appetite or changes in eating habits, especially dislike for greasy and high-animal protein foods. More than 70% of patients have a significant weight loss and no other reasons can be found. In severe cases, the weight can drop by more than 30kg within 2 to 3 months. A small number of patients may also have diarrhea or steatorrhea.