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When pancreatic cancer is detected early, more treatment options are available.
Early diagnosis can be difficult because symptoms may not be specific to pancreatic cancer.
Watch out for these non-specific symptoms:
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Pain in the back or stomach
Tumors can press on nearby organs or nerves and cause pain in the back or stomach.
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Jaundice
Signs of jaundice include:
- Yellowing of the eyes or skin
- Dark pee
- Light-colored or greasy feces
- Itchy skin
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Digestive problems
Tumors can partially block the stomach and cause:
- nausea
- Vomit
- Pain after eating
- Diarrhea
- constipation
- Indigestion
- Flatulence
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Unexplained weight loss
Losing weight without trying or having little interest in food
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Sudden onset diabetes
Pancreatic cancer can destroy insulin-producing cells and cause diabetes.
Signs of diabetes include:
- Feel thirstier or hungrier than normal
- Have to pee often
- Changes in blood sugar levels
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Blood clots
Blood clots that get stuck in a large vein, usually in the leg. Symptoms in the affected area include:
- pain
- swelling
- Redness
- warmth
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Pancreatic cancer is not the most common cause of these symptoms. However, if you experience any of these, talk to your doctor about your concerns.
This educational resource was created with support from Merck.
