Pancreatic cancer is a condition considered silent by doctors. As the organ is not sensitive and the symptoms can be confused with those of other pathologies, the diagnosis tends to be late, giving time for the condition to become serious before any intervention.
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Alert! Five signs that may indicate pancreatic cancer
“Cancer occurs when cells grow irregularly and form a tumour. Most of the time, it is diagnosed late because it is in an organ of little sensitivity and presents very nonspecific symptoms, such as stomach pain or back pain”, warns oncologist Márcio Almeida, from Oncoclínicas Brasília.
To help early diagnosis, the patient should be aware of some of the signs caused by the tumor. The doctor highlights the first five signs that pancreatic cancer can present:
1. Yellow skin
Several substances essential for the digestion and absorption of fats and some vitamins are produced in the pancreas, such as some hormones and bile. “The dark yellow liquid can be released into the bloodstream instead of the intestine due to a cellular disorder. This problem can cause a yellowish appearance on the patient’s skin”, says Almeida.
2. Change in stool and urine
If bile falls into the bloodstream, it will follow the same flow as the blood. That is, the substance will pass through the kidneys, leaving the urine dark. On the other hand, it does not go to the stomach, which causes the stool to look white.
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According to the National Cancer Institute (Inca), cancer is one of the main public health problems in the world and is one of the four main causes of death before the age of 70 in several countries. As it is an increasingly common problem, the sooner it is identified, the greater the chances of recovery.
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Therefore, it is important to be aware of the signs that the body gives. Although some tumors have no symptoms, cancer often causes changes in the body. Know some signs that may appear in the presence of the disease
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Weight loss for no apparent reason can be one of the main symptoms of different types of cancer, such as: stomach, lung, pancreas, etc.
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Persistent changes in skin texture for no apparent reason can also be a red flag, especially if they are bumps and lumps in the breast, neck, groin, testicles, armpit and stomach.
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Persistent cough, despite being a common symptom of several diseases, should be investigated if it continues for more than four weeks. If it is accompanied by shortness of breath and blood, for example, it may be an indication of lung cancer.
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Another characteristic sign of the existence of cancer is the change in the appearance of moles. Changes in size, color, and shape should also be investigated, especially if they flake, bleed, or show retained fluid.
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The presence of blood in the stool or urine can be a sign of cancer of the kidneys, bladder or bowel. In addition, pain and difficulties when urinating should also be investigated.
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Pain for no apparent reason and lasting more than four weeks, frequently or intermittently, may be a sign of cancer. This is because some tumors can press on bones, nerves and other organs, causing discomfort.
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Strong, recurrent heartburn, which is painful and apparently does not go away, can indicate various types of diseases, such as throat or stomach cancer. In addition, difficulty and pain when swallowing should also be investigated, as they may be a sign of esophageal cancer.
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3. Stomach pain
The irregular growth of the cells that make up the tissue of the pancreas forms a tumor that varies in size. “The organ is not very sensitive, so the tumor itself will not hurt. What will hurt is the compression it exerts on nearby nerves, causing stomach pain”, says Almeida.
4. Back pain
As with the stomach, the oncologist explains that the discomfort does not necessarily come from the tumor, but from the nerves it compresses. “As the cancer grows and spreads, it presses on more nerves, like those in the back, causing pain,” explains Almeida.
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5. Sudden weight loss
Patients with pancreatic cancer may have little or no appetite, as enzymes are one of the types of substances that are affected by the tumor’s production. They help break down fats, carbohydrates and proteins.
“The imbalance of substances can also cause nausea and vomiting. That is, the patient, in addition to not feeling hungry, can expel the food that was poorly digested “, says the oncologist.
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