Pancreatic Canser

Were you looking for information about Pancreatic Cancer? Pancreatic canser is a common misspelling of pancreatic cancer.

Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer that occurs when malignant (cancerous) cells first form in the tissues of the pancreas. Although it is not yet known what causes it, smoking cigarettes and having diabetes may increase your risk for this disease. There are typically no early symptoms of pancreatic cancer. When symptoms do develop, they may include jaundice, unexplained weight loss, and fatigue. Possible treatment options may include certain medications, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.

(Click Pancreatic Cancer for more information about possible risk factors for pancreatic cancer, more detail on how this disease is diagnosed, and possible treatment options. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)