Look for early signs of pancreatic cancer

PANCREATIC cancer is a cancer emergency. Almost 60 per cent of people with the disease are being diagnosed in A&E or other emergency care – the highest proportion of any common cancer.

Sadly, for most people this means it is too late for them to have lifesaving treatment.

That is why, following World Pancreatic Cancer Day last week, I am writing to highlight the symptoms of the deadliest common cancer.

These symptoms, which include, tummy and back pain, indigestion, unexplained weight loss and oily floating poo, are common to less serious health conditions and are a major cause of late diagnosis.

If anyone experiences all or just some of these symptoms and they aren’t sure why, they should contact their GP.

Please share a short symptoms video with your loved ones.

An early diagnosis can make a lifesaving difference: pancreaticcancer.org.uk/ information/signsand-symptoms-of-pancreaticcancer.

Our pancreatic cancer specialist nurses are here to provide support and information to anyone affected by pancreatic cancer on our confidential, free support line on Freecall 0808 801 0707.

Dianne Dobson Pancreatic Cancer UK specialist nurse