The cancerous cells are carried by lymph, a colorless watery substance that carries cells that fight infection. Symptoms of pancreatic cancer may vary. If the cancer grows and spreads, it can cause severe upper abdominal pain, often radiating to the back. Pancreatic cancer usually occurs during middle age and is slightly more common in men than in women.
Common treatment includes radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery.
Remember, early detection is the best chance for cure.