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I am i 17 year old male with pale stool. should i consider the risk of pancreatic cancer?
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No: Not the age nor the symptom, if concerned see your doctor for evaluation, otherwise just observe, you will be fine
Answered 7/30/2018
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Doubtful: Most likely liver dysfunction. Should be checked out by your MD with liver function tests (LFT's)
Answered 3/9/2016
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