It is very difficult to detect the warning signs of pancreatic cancer. Through the early stages of the disease, there are hardly any symptoms. Even once the cancer spreads to other parts of the body, it will still be difficult to link the symptoms to the pancreas. Some of these symptoms are: Nausea or vomiting Upper abdominal pain Fatigue Jaundice Back pain Bloating Loss of appetite Depression Itchiness Light-colored stool Dark-colored urine Learn more in our blog article, "Pancreatic Cancer: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment."