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Living With Cancer: Understanding pancreatic cancer
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Pancreatic cancer: An overview
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, which makes it a good time to learn more about this disease. Pancreatic cancer begins in the pancreas — an organ that secretes enzymes that aid digestion and hormones that regulate the metabolism of sugars. Pancreatic cancer, which typically spreads rapidly to nearby organs, seldom is detected in its early stages. One sign of pancreatic cancer is new-onset diabetes. Treatment may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy or a combination of these. Learn more about the symptoms and risk factors of pancreatic cancer and when you should see your health care provider.
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Low blood cell counts: A side effect of cancer treatment
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