10 Shocking Symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer You Should NEVER Ignore | Critical Early Warning Signs That Save Lives

Here are the 10 most common (and most ignored) symptoms of pancreatic cancer — and why noticing even 2–3 of them could save your life.

The 10 Silent-but-Deadly Pancreatic Cancer Warning Signs

  1. Dull Pain in Upper Abdomen or Mid-Back That Won’t Go Away
    → 70–80 % of patients feel this first — often mistaken for back pain or indigestion
  2. Sudden, Unexplained Weight Loss (5–10+ lbs in weeks)
    → Pancreas stops producing digestive enzymes → body can’t absorb nutrients
  3. Yellow Skin or Eyes (Jaundice) — Even Mild
    → Tumor blocks bile duct → bilirubin builds up
    → One of the clearest late signs — but can appear early
  4. New-Onset Diabetes or Sudden Worsening (Especially After Age 50)
    → 25 % of pancreatic cancer patients are diagnosed with diabetes 1–3 years before cancer
  5. Pale, Greasy, Floating Stools That Smell Terrible
    → Lack of bile and enzymes → fat malabsorption
  6. Loss of Appetite or Feeling Full Very Quickly
    → Tumor presses on stomach or reduces enzyme production
  7. Extreme Fatigue That Doesn’t Improve With Rest
    → Body fighting silent cancer + poor nutrient absorption