Let's learn about 4 symptoms and prevention methods for pancreatic cancer~

 

Pancreatic cancer is known for having no symptoms and a high mortality rate... it's a deadly cancer. There are hardly any particularly prominent symptoms or preventive methods. Still, I looked into symptoms to watch out for and ways to prevent it if symptoms appear. Because being cautious about anything is never a bad thing. 😃

The reason I wanted to learn about pancreatic cancer is,

My grandmother passed away from pancreatic cancer.

There were no noticeable symptoms, and by the time it was discovered, it was already quite advanced. Since the patient had dementia, it was detected later. They had difficulty expressing pain or discomfort.

All cancers are painful and difficult, but I heard that pancreatic cancer is especially very painful. But at that time, the doctor said... it's fortunate that she has dementia and can't feel the pain well... she said it was very painful.

I only knew that the liver is an organ of silence, but I heard that pancreatic cancer also has few symptoms. Nevertheless, there are symptoms that appear, so be sure to go to the hospital and get tested if you notice any.

 

The pancreas secretes digestive enzymes and insulin to break down food in the intestines and regulate blood sugar levels.

 

Source: Seoul Asan Medical Center

 

Pancreatic cancer often has no symptoms in the early stages, making early detection difficult. Common symptoms of pancreatic cancer include abdominal pain, jaundice, decreased appetite, weight loss, greasy or gray stools, post-meal pain, vomiting, and nausea. Since the pancreas is an organ that secretes insulin, diabetes can develop even if there was no prior history, and existing diabetes can also worsen.

 

Source: Seoul Asan Medical Center

 

Pancreatic cancer is difficult to detect early, and therefore the prognosis is not very good. It is best to be cautious in advance. Since there are no established preventive measures, these are methods you can practice in daily life.

 

Smoking

Cigarette smoking is one of the major causes of pancreatic cancer. It is recommended that you not only quit smoking yourself but also avoid secondhand smoke from others. Smokers are said to have more than a 1.7 times higher risk of developing pancreatic cancer compared to non-smokers.

Drinking alcohol

Recent studies also suggest that there is no significant relationship. However, alcohol consumption is a major cause of pancreatitis, and having pancreatitis increases the risk of pancreatic cancer, so there is an indirect influence. If possible, it would be better to abstain from alcohol.

Dietary habits

Healthy eating habits and exercise help prevent all diseases and keep the body healthy. It is good to reduce high-fat, high-calorie meat-based foods and avoid excessive carbohydrate intake. Be sure to consume plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits, and it is also beneficial to get protein from plant sources.

Diabetes

Since the organ that secretes insulin is the pancreas, it is closely related to diabetes. Because having diabetes increases the risk of developing pancreatic cancer, individuals with diabetes should receive proper diabetes treatment and especially adhere strictly to dietary therapy, which is very helpful.

 

Pancreatic cancer with few initial symptoms that is difficult to detect and has a poor prognosis... After my grandmother passed away, I became even more scared. If you experience any symptoms, please make sure to get tested, and I hope you all undergo regular check-ups in advance~~