Pancreatic cancer rarely occurs in persons younger than 50 years, and the risk increases with age. There are different ways from which we can diagnose pancreatic cancer. To diagnose pancreatic cancer fist step is to perform imaging test. Imaging test is to produce pictures of internal organs and tissues. After imaging test you can also diagnose this cancer with the help of surgery.

CT scan or CAT generally knows as Computerized axial tomography is another technique that produces detailed cross-sectional images of internal organs and tissues. Read the rest of this entry →

The pancreas is a spongy, tube-shaped organ about 6 inches long. It is located in the back of the abdomen, behind the stomach. The pancreas has two main jobs in the body. To produce juices that help digest (break down) food. To produce hormones, such as insulin and glucagons, that helps control blood sugar levels. Both of these hormones help the body use and store the energy it gets from food.

Pancreatic cancer is a disease in which malignant cells are found in the tissues of the pancreas. It is also called exocrine cancer. Pancreatic cancer is sometimes called a “silent killer” because early pancreatic cancer often does not cause symptoms. Read the rest of this entry →