Pancreatic cancer develops when abnormal cells in the pancreas begin growing uncontrollably. Different types of tumors can develop in the pancreas, but pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma is the most common form.
One of the challenges with pancreatic cancer is its location deep inside the abdomen. Early tumors may not cause obvious symptoms, and symptoms that do occur can resemble ordinary digestive problems.
As the disease progresses, symptoms may become more noticeable.
1. Unexplained Weight Loss
Unexpected weight loss is one symptom that should not simply be dismissed, particularly when it occurs without changes in diet or exercise.
A person might notice that clothes are becoming looser or that their weight is gradually dropping without deliberately trying to lose weight.
There are many possible causes of unexplained weight loss, including thyroid disorders, digestive conditions, infections, stress, medication effects, and other cancers.
