Why is pancreatic cancer dangerous?

According to statistics, about 95% of people with pancreatic cancer will die and most are only detected when the disease has progressed to a late stage. Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous cancers with a high mortality rate, second only to lung cancer and colorectal cancer.

The pancreas is an organ located very deep in the abdomen, an indispensable part of the body, the pancreas secretes hormones to regulate the body and digestive enzymes to break down food. Most people will not care about the pancreas until it becomes sick. In the early stages of pancreatic cancer, there are no obvious symptoms. There are two types of pancreatic cancer: exocrine tumors and endocrine tumors. Pancreatic cancer occurs when cells in the pancreas grow abnormally and out of control, forming a tumor. Pancreatic cancer cells have the ability to invade and metastasize to other parts of the body. According to statistics, in every 100 cases of pancreatic cancer patients, there will be 1 to 2 cases of neuroendocrine tumors, arising from cells, these tumors are less invasive than carcinoma. pancreas.

Pancreatic cancer in the early stages will have no obvious symptoms, so it is easy for patients to be subjective and skip the most effective stage of treatment. Some signs of pancreatic cancer are easily overlooked or mistaken for other diseases including:
Jaundice, yellow eyes: This sign is often mistaken for liver diseases Abdominal bloating, flatulence: When masses When pancreatic tumor grows and compresses, it can cause symptoms in the gastrointestinal tract such as flatulence, bloating, indigestion... They are often confused with diseases of the stomach and intestines. Anorexia: When suffering from pancreatic cancer, patients may experience loss of appetite, loss of appetite, loss of appetite, ... this may be because the tumor grows and puts pressure on the surrounding organs. around. Weight loss: Weight loss can be the most common sign of pancreatic cancer, so if you suddenly have unexplained weight loss, you should go to the hospital for a checkup. Lower back pain: When the tumor grows, it not only puts pressure on the abdomen but also affects the back muscles and spine of the patient, creating constant, dull pain in the lower back. Urine discoloration: Dark urine is a sign of dehydration, which can also be a warning sign of pancreatic cancer that anyone can experience. Itching all over the body: This can also be a sign of early-stage pancreatic cancer that is easily overlooked. When pancreatic function declines, bilirubin builds up in the skin which can cause itching. Dark discoloration: Dark stools can also be a sign of early-stage pancreatic cancer, which is caused by cancer cells blocking the bile duct.

Pancreatic cancer is an extremely dangerous disease, causing a high mortality rate because in the early stages of the disease there are no obvious symptoms, so patients will often miss the stage with a high chance of treatment. best. On the other hand, the pancreas is an organ with very few nerves, so when a tumor in the pancreas develops, it causes pain and other symptoms.
Pancreatic cancer will have a high risk of developing with increasing age, the susceptible age is from 71 years old and above, this stage the prognosis is also quite conservative, so the disease will become dangerous.
Pancreatic cancer is only treated through successful surgical resection when the patient is detected at an early stage, when the tumor has not metastasized. Therefore, it is very important to actively learn the signs and knowledge about this disease.
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