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Pancreatic Cancer: symptoms, tests and treatment
Pancreatic cancer is often found late because early symptoms are vague. Jaundice, back pain and weight loss are common presentations. A clear CT stage decides whether surgery is possible; chemotherapy is central for most patients.
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Warning signs of pancreatic cancer
- Yellowing of the eyes or skin with dark urine and pale stools
- Pain in the upper abdomen that goes through to the back
- Loss of appetite and rapid weight loss
- New diabetes or worsening blood sugar control
- Nausea, itching or a swollen gallbladder
These signs often have other causes. If one lasts more than two to three weeks, see a doctor and get it checked.
Who is at higher risk
- Smoking
- Chronic pancreatitis
- Obesity and type 2 diabetes
- Family history of pancreatic cancer
- Older age
How pancreatic cancer is diagnosed
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Triple-phase CT of the pancreas
Shows whether the tumour touches major blood vessels and whether it can be removed.
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CA 19-9 blood test
Supports the diagnosis and is used to follow treatment.
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Biopsy
Often taken through endoscopy (EUS) or CT guidance before chemotherapy.
Treatment options
The right plan depends on the stage, the type of cancer and your overall health. Most patients receive more than one of these.
Surgery referral
Whipple or distal pancreatectomy for operable tumours, performed at centres experienced in this surgery.
Chemotherapy
Given before or after surgery, or as the main treatment when the cancer cannot be removed.
Symptom relief
Stents for jaundice, pain control and nutrition support.
Pancreatic Cancer treatment at ZenHeal Cancer Hospital
ZenHeal oncologists stage pancreatic tumours, start chemotherapy, relieve jaundice when needed and refer operable cases for specialist surgery. Call +91 99307 09000 for a same-day Free OPD.
ZenHeal Cancer Hospital, Varanasi
Dafi Highway, Opposite Aryan International School Road, Amara Bypass, Dafi
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ZenHeal Cancer Hospital, Prayagraj
9, Malviya Road, George Town, Near Police Station
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Where to get treatment
Read the city guide for pancreatic cancer treatment in Varanasi on ZenOnco.io, then book a same-day Free OPD with us.
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Care that supports you through treatment, recovery and beyond.
Support for families: free helpline for patients and families from our NGO partner Love Heals Cancer.
Common questions about pancreatic cancer
The pancreas sits deep in the abdomen, so early tumours rarely cause clear symptoms until they block the bile duct or nerves.
No. Many tumours involve major vessels. Chemotherapy first can sometimes shrink the disease enough for surgery later.
Yes. A stent placed through endoscopy or radiology often relieves jaundice so that chemotherapy can begin.