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Have had slight pain in upper left abdomen area under left rib cage and slightly tight chest on and off for a few years now scared it might be pancreatic cancer?
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Unlikely: If you have had the symptoms for a few years, it is highly unlikely that it is due to pancreatic cancer. It would be prudent to see your doctor and discuss if you may be depressed. Counter-intuitive as it may seem, exercise may help. Start with low intensity exercise such as walking and gradually increase the intensity as tolerated. Wish you good health!
Answered 9/6/2020
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