Severe itching of the skin and discoloration of the stool may be symptoms of pancreatic cancer. In this respect reports Daily mail.
Pancreatic cancer accounts for 7.2% of cancer-related deaths. The disease often develops asymptomatically until it reaches advanced stages. Common symptoms include yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes, extreme weight loss, and abdominal pain.
But sometimes itchy skin can indicate pancreatic cancer. Unpleasant sensations can be local or affect the whole body.
A change in the color and consistency of stool should also alert you – in case of pancreatic cancer it acquires a light tint. If a tumor blocks the pancreatic duct, nutrient deficiency can lead to decreased absorption and diarrhea because undigested food passes through the digestive tract too quickly.
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