What are the early symptoms of pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic cancer is one of the most common malignant tumors. It is not easy to be discovered in the early stage. Only 10% to 25% of patients diagnosed with pancreatic cancer can consider surgery, and the cure rate is very low, so early diagnosis is very important. It is generally believed that patients over 40 years old who have the following clinical manifestations recently should consider them as early symptoms of pancreatic cancer:

The early symptoms of pancreatic cancer may include:

(1) The onset of the disease is often without obvious triggering factors;

(2) The location of the upper abdominal discomfort is deeper and wider. Patients often find it difficult to point accurately with their fingers, so they tend to mark a larger area on the abdomen or place their palms on the abdomen to indicate the area of ​​discomfort;

(3) The nature of the discomfort is often vague and the patient cannot describe it clearly;

(4) The relationship between discomfort and diet varies. Some people initially feel discomfort after meals, which may gradually become persistent and worsen after eating. Some people also have nothing to do with diet.

(5) Generally, there is little or no acid reflux, and the efficacy of antacids is not significant or long-lasting; (6) There is no periodicity like peptic ulcer disease, and there is no seasonality at all, but there is a phenomenon of progressive aggravation, gradually turning into dull pain, bloating and back pain;

(8) Accompanied by fatigue and progressive weight loss Although jaundice can be the first manifestation of pancreatic cancer, it is often not an early symptom.

The above introduces the early symptoms of pancreatic cancer. I hope everyone will pay attention to it. Experts suggest: If you have symptoms of the disease, do not delay diagnosis. You should go to a regular hospital for treatment in time to avoid delaying the disease and causing serious consequences. If you have other questions, please consult our online experts or call for consultation. Feihua Health Network wishes you good health!