Symptoms of malignant pancreatic tumor?

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Pancreas has two functions of endocrine and exocrine, namely endocrine and exocrine cells. These two kinds of cells can become cancerous. The cancer originated from endocrine cells is called neuroendocrine cancer, which is the kind of cancer that Apple President Steve Jobs got. It is relatively rare. In most cases, the degree of malignancy is relatively low, the course of disease is relatively long, and the treatment method is also different from that of common pancreatic cancer. Cancer from exocrine cells, which we often call pancreatic cancer, is a kind of tumor with high degree of malignancy. The incidence rate is higher in China than in the developing countries. With the improvement of living standard and the change of diet structure, the incidence rate of pancreatic cancer has been increasing in recent years, and it tends to be younger.

Symptoms of malignant pancreatic tumor?

The tumors vary in size, with an average diameter of 1-2 cm. Slightly hard, round, red or purplish red. Islet cell tumor is composed of tumor cells similar to islet cells, which are separated by connective tissue. About 4 / 5 cases are benign, with complete capsule and clear boundary with the surrounding. Only 1 / 5 of the patients were malignant, and metastasis of lymph nodes and liver occurred in the early stage.

Neoplastic cysts: usually found in operation or autopsy, accounting for 10% of pancreatic cysts. It occurs in the tail of pancreas and has a fibrous capsule containing mucoid substance and occasionally blood like substance. The inner layer of cyst has papillary protrusion. If the cyst is rapidly enlarged and complicated with obvious pain in the upper abdomen and back, the possibility of malignant transformation should be suspected.

True pancreatic cyst occurs in pancreatic tissue. Retention cysts are caused by * blockage of pancreatic duct, often caused by stones, tumors, or chronic pancreatitis. Hemorrhagic and lymphocytic cysts usually occur after pancreatic injury. Hydatid cyst and dermoid cyst are very rare.

matters needing attention

Everyone should pay attention to their health, and those over 30 years old should adhere to the routine physical examination at least once a year. Once abdominal distension, abdominal pain, fever, and even diabetes, pancreatitis, weight loss and other symptoms, should immediately go to a specialized hospital for examination. Strive for early detection and early treatment. In addition, efforts should be made to give up unhealthy lifestyle, promote healthy eating habits and physical exercise, and maintain a positive and optimistic attitude, which can significantly reduce the incidence of a variety of tumor and non tumor diseases, including pancreatic cancer.