Pancreatic Cancer


The pancreas is a gland located behind the stomach and in front of the spine. It produces digestive juices and hormones that regulate blood sugar. Pancreatic cancer is a disease in which cancerous cells form in the tissues of the pancreas.

Symptoms of pancreatic cancer include:
Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes
Pain in the upper or middle abdomen and back
Unexplained weight loss
Loss of appetite
Fatigue
Depression

There are various treatments for pancreatic cancer and your pharmacist will be able to help.