5 warning signs of Pancreatic Cancer you should NEVER ignore
In today's video, we will look at 5 common symptoms of pancreatic cancer you should be aware of. Understanding these signs is vital for early detection and prompt medical attention.
Key Symptoms:
Jaundice: The presence of unexplained jaundice, especially if you are over 40 is a significant red flag for pancreatic cancer.
Changes in stools: We talk about the change in colour of your stools, such as pale stools, and how this could be a possible red flag symptoms of pancreatic cancer.
Abdominal pain/back pain: We discuss the typical location and nature of the pain.
Reflux: We talk about how reflux which is not responding to the typical treatments can be one of the red flag symptoms of pancreatic cancer.
Unexplained Weight Loss: Explore how significant, unexplained weight loss can be a red flag for pancreatic cancer, and why this occurs.
Early detection of pancreatic cancer is crucial for successful treatment outcomes.
Here are some of the resources and studies used in this video:
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www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/cancer-statistics/statistics-by-cancer-type/pancreatic-cancer
2) https://www.sciencedirect.com/science...)
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...
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