November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. Pancreatic Cancer is a fast and silent cancer and it will often go undetected until it is too late. Only ~ 5% of those diagnosed with pancreatic cancer survive five years. It is the fourth-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. So, what is the pancreas? It is a gland organ near the stomach which produces enzymes that aid in digestion and also produces the vital hormone, insulin which is responsible in regulating blood sugar levels.
The symptoms of pancreatic cancer can also be associated with other illnesses, making early and correct diagnosis difficult. Some symptoms can include loss of appetite, weight loss, weakness, nausea, abdominal or back pain, vomiting, and jaundice. When pancreatic cancer is diagnosed very early, successful treatment is possible. Treatment includes surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.
This is why it is so important to keep your body fit from the inside out! Pay attention to changes in yourself as you are your best health advocate!
Go to http://www.lustgarten.org/ and http://www.curepc.org/ to learn more about pancreatic cancer. And of course, talk to your doctor if you have any suspicious symptoms!
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