Signs of risk of pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic cancer often causes very few symptoms until it develops and spreads. It is ranked in the top cancer with the highest mortality rate.

In Vietnam, pancreatic cancer is not among the 10 most common cancers in both men and women. However, it is a cancer with a high mortality rate, which is often detected when it is in the late stages. Worldwide, pancreatic cancer ranks 7 out of all cancers with the highest mortality rates.

Among the types of cancer, the cause of pancreatic cancer remains a mystery to the scientific community. However, experts have confirmed a number of risk factors. According to Webmd, these factors are more prevalent in people with pancreatic cancer than those without the disease.

Gene

5-10% of people with pancreatic cancer have a family history - one of their relatives has had this cancer. According to scientists, some other genes may also increase the risk of disease but they have not identified it.

The cause of pancreatic cancer is still a mystery to the scientific community.(Illustration).

Diabetes mellitus

Diabetic patients may not necessarily be more susceptible to pancreatic cancer, but the two diseases are related.

Cigarette

Smoking is a factor that increases the risk of pancreatic cancer. The more you smoke, the higher the risk. 10 years after quitting, this risk returns to normal as those who have never smoked.

Obese and lazy to exercise

In a study of 88,000 nurses, people who were overweight and obese (BMI greater than 30) were at higher risk of pancreatic cancer. People who exercise regularly also reduce their risk by half compared to those who are lazy.

Diet

Diets high in fat and meat (especially processed meat or bacon) have been shown to be linked to pancreatic cancer in animals. Therefore, a diet rich in fruits and vegetables helps reduce the risk of this dangerous cancer. However, there is an opinion that the relationship between diet and this disease is not really clear.

Lycopene and selenium

Studies show that the levels of these nutrients in people with pancreatic cancer are very low. However, there is no clear evidence that lack of lycopene and selenium can lead to pancreatic cancer. Diets with meat and yellow or red vegetables can provide the necessary amount of lycopene and selenium for your body.

Eliminating risk factors for pancreatic cancer will not completely reduce your risk. However, a healthy, well-balanced diet, regular exercise will help improve overall health and reduce the risk of other health problems, including pancreatic cancer.