1. Abnormal bowel movements: Pancreatic cancer can cause abnormal exocrine function, leading to poor digestion of high-fat foods.
2. Irregular blood sugar levels: Diabetic patients experiencing unusual fluctuations in blood sugar levels, even after medication, should be vigilant.
3. Presence of jaundice: Jaundice is often caused by a blockage in the bile duct due to a tumor in the pancreatic head.
It is accompanied by itching and darkening of urine.
4. Upper abdominal pain: Tumors in the pancreatic tail or body can cause abdominal pain in the upper abdomen, around the navel, and the upper right abdomen.
5. Unexplained weight loss: A significant and unintentional weight loss of over 10% in a short period should raise concerns about cancer.
