Question 1

could someone develope prediabetes from a pancreatic tumor within a matter of weeks? and if so, would other pancreatic cancer symptoms be present ?

Accepted Answer

: Pancreatic tumors are not causative of diabetes. 
Visit this site for information about pancreatic cancer: https://medlineplus.gov/pancreaticcancer.html

Question 2

pancreatic cancer symptoms mri showed chronic pancreatitis, heart disease and fat liver, what is the chance that they might find a cancer there too?

Accepted Answer

Plan to live: Chronic pancreatitis only has a slight tendency to produce cancer especially if it's hereditary, and if it was not seen on imaging, it's very unlikely to be there and you should plan to live. If you are not a longtime heavy drinker, then we need to seek the cause of your liver, heart and pancreatic disease. It may be that a healthier future awaits you with aerobic fitness as the key. Best wishes.

Question 3

for a young person like me, what can mimic pancreatic cancer symptoms like dull abdominal discomfort, back pain, muscle weakness, and change in stool (constipation)? i'm not too sure if what i'm feeling exactly aligns with ibs?

Accepted Answer

: Most pancreatic cancers are in older folks and do not have any symptoms early on. Likely (very) it is not pancreatic cancer. Keep good symptom diary of issues and share with your Dr.  your body is talking to you. Listen and take notes and share with your Drs and you will figure it out.

Question 4

gi issues starting last mon- gas pain/burping/flatulence (did not have breakfast that am when came on mid day)- continued all week. no change in stool; no bloat; no nausea. better but still excess does pancreatic cancer symptoms wax and wane ?

Accepted Answer

: You just have an acute gastritis or dyspepsia which is much more common than the serious disease in your mind, The described symptoms are not the typical presentation of pancreatic cancer. You are safe, do not lose your sleep over that scary thought. Take care.

Question 5

dose my symptoms sound like pancreatic cancer?

Accepted Answer

What symptoms?: You did not list any symptoms. Pancreatic cancer does not have specific symptoms. A usual symptoms is abdominal pain boring into the back. You may visit this site for information on this topic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pancreatic-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20355421
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 6

what is the signs of pancreatic cancer if there are no symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Symptoms refer to the complaints of the patient that may suggest pancreatic cancer (ie. Nausea/vomiting). Signs refer to the phyical findings on the patient that would suggest this cancer. Signs include jaundice, abdominal swelling, abdominal fluid collection (ascities), weight loss, and new onset glucose intolerance. The signs may vary depending on location of the cancer(head vs tail of panceas).

Question 7

how long will someone who had pancreatic cancer who stopped chemo live?

Accepted Answer

Varies : It really depends on type of cancer. Typical adenocarcinoma, perhaps a yr. Other types longer. Also depends on if chemo was helping or not. This is best answered by someone who is following him over time. The usual answer for all comers, 6 months to a yr, unfortunately.

Question 8

can you tell me the signs and symptoms of the horrible disease, pancreatic cancer?

Accepted Answer

See below: Unfortunately early pancreatic cancer may not have any specific symptoms. The general symptoms are pain in the abdomen and back, jaundice, weight loss and blood clots in vessels. See this site for more info.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/pancreatic-cancer/ds00357.

Question 9

are there any disease processes that mimic the symptoms of pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer?

Accepted Answer

Dozens: All causes of back pain, jaundice, upper abdominal pain, weight loss, and/or diarrhea. The actual diagnoses of pancreatic disease often requires imaging.

Question 10

is the uneven fatty texture symptom in pancreatic cancer the same thing as pancreatic panniculitis?

Accepted Answer

: I have never heard of a fatty texture symptom. Please double check.  The panniculitis usually occurs when pancreatic juices (secretiosn) spill into the panniculis and start digesting it as I recall.

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Could someone develope prediabetes from a pancreatic tumor within a matter of weeks? and if so, would other pancreatic cancer symptoms be present ?

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Pancreatic cancer symptoms mri showed chronic pancreatitis, heart disease and fat liver, what is the chance that they might find a cancer there too?

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For a young person like me, what can mimic pancreatic cancer symptoms like dull abdominal discomfort, back pain, muscle weakness, and change in stool (constipation)? i'm not too sure if what i'm feeling exactly aligns with ibs?

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Gi issues starting last mon- gas pain/burping/flatulence (did not have breakfast that am when came on mid day)- continued all week. no change in stool; no bloat; no nausea. better but still excess does pancreatic cancer symptoms wax and wane ?

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Dose my symptoms sound like pancreatic cancer?

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What is the signs of pancreatic cancer if there are no symptoms?

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How long will someone who had pancreatic cancer who stopped chemo live?

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Can you tell me the signs and symptoms of the horrible disease, pancreatic cancer?

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Are there any disease processes that mimic the symptoms of pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer?

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Is the uneven fatty texture symptom in pancreatic cancer the same thing as pancreatic panniculitis?

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