Rahul Kapoor Rahul Kapoor Asked 5 months ago

How does pancreatic cancer start?

My uncle was just diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, and it came as a complete shock because he had no prior symptoms. I'm really trying to understand what causes this type of cancer and how it begins. Are there any known factors that trigger its start?

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Venkatesh Prasad Venkatesh Prasad Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago
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It starts when there are genetic changes or mutations in the cells of the pancreas, making them grow uncontrollably. My family always says to avoid smoking and heavy alcohol to protect these organs, but a proper doctor's screening is what truly matters.

Savitri Devi Savitri Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Beta, it starts inside the small tissues of the pancreas, often silent in the beginning. Eating fresh home-cooked meals and avoiding chemically preserved foods keeps our stomach healthy, but for such serious diseases, only a hospital doctor can guide you.

Ganga Ram Ganga Ram Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Yeh bimaari tab shuru hoti hai jab pancreas ke andar ke cells kharab ho jate hain aur gathan bana lete hain. Iska pata shuruat mein nahi chalta. Agar baar-baar pait kharab ho ya peeliya ho, toh turant bade doctor ko dikhana chahiye.

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Consult a radiation oncologist

Gurpreet Singh Gurpreet Singh Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Look, it starts when cellular DNA mutates in the pancreas, usually in the ducts. There are no clear symptoms early on. Stop smoking, manage your sugar levels, and don't ignore persistent back pain or sudden weight loss.

Rajiv Nandi Rajiv Nandi Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

I ignored persistent bloating and mild back ache for a year thinking it was just gas, and it cost me dearly later with a gallbladder issue. Pancreatic cancer starts silently in the organ's cells. Please, if you have ongoing abdominal discomfort, get an ultrasound done immediately.

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