It has been determined that pancreatic cancer, which is known as the most insidious among cancer types due to its lack of symptoms in the early period, may be associated with obesity and sudden onset diabetes.
General Surgery Specialist Prof. Dr. Ali Kağan Gökakın gave important information about pancreatic cancer.
Gökakın stated that this disease is the 10th most common type of cancer when Europe is taken into consideration and said, “There are 250 thousand deaths a year worldwide due to this disease. It appears in 3 percent of both sexes. The course of the disease generally depends on the surgery performed. In the surgery performed, the best results are obtained if the tumor is not left behind and the biological behavior of the tumor is not very aggressive .
WHAT IS PANCREAS CANCER?
prof. Dr. Ali Kağan Gökakın, the role of the pancreas in the body and how pancreatic cancer occurs: “ The pancreas is a secretory organ located at the back of the stomach. It produces the enzymes necessary for digestion and transfers them to the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine, through the canal, and also produces hormones important for the regulation of blood sugar. Pancreatic cancer is the condition in which the cells that make up the pancreas lose their functions within normal limits, multiply uncontrollably and form a tumor. told in his words.
DETECTED LATE BECAUSE IT DOESN'T INDICATE
prof. Dr. Ali Kağan Gökakın stated that pancreatic cancer usually does not show symptoms in the first stage, and therefore it is diagnosed late and progresses rapidly and said, “Besides genetic factors, wrong habits and environmental factors can increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. This cancer usually does not show symptoms in its early stages. However, when symptoms such as stomach bloating, stomach-back pain or sudden weight loss occur, they are often ignored as they are mistaken for other diseases. In this case, the cancer spreads rapidly and is usually detected at a late stage.” he said.
Listing the factors that may cause the emergence of the disease, Prof. Dr. Gökakın said, “ Smoking is known as a risk factor for pancreatic cancer. In addition, family history, genetic factors and some mutations have been identified as factors that facilitate the emergence of the disease. The disease often begins with vague symptoms.
Abdominal fullness, discomfort and loss of appetite are common symptoms in most patients in the early period. However, these symptoms can be perceived as a simple stomach problem, so the probability of early diagnosis of the disease decreases .
“SUDITIONAL DIABETES CAN BE AN EARLY SYMPTOM OF PANCREATIC CANCER”
prof. Dr. Ali Kağan Gökakın, drawing attention to the researches on the symptoms of pancreatic cancer, said, “In some cases, sudden onset diabetes can be an early symptom and stimulant of pancreatic cancer. It is considered remarkable when such a situation is noticed, especially in people who do not have a family history of diabetes . Pancreatitis attacks that develop without an obvious factor such as gallstones or alcohol use may also be an early sign of pancreatic cancer.
In the later stages of the disease, symptoms such as severe abdominal and back pain, jaundice, weight loss, and swelling in the abdomen occur. Unfortunately, these findings are considered an indication that the disease has exceeded its curable limits.” made its assessment.
Gökakın also said , “Three-quarters of patients diagnosed with pancreatic cancer have a sugar metabolism disorder or type 2 diabetes. Long-term exposure to high insulin levels and high blood sugar are seen as the main underlying disorders in the development of pancreatic cancer, and pancreatic cancer is detected in one quarter of newly diagnosed diabetics. said.
THE DISEASE MAY RETURN AFTER TREATMENT
Emphasizing that the first method to be applied in the treatment of pancreatic cancer is the surgical removal of the tumor, Prof. Dr. Gökakin,“In the post-operative period, chemotherapy and radiotherapy become a necessity for almost all patients. However, in cases where surgical removal of the tumor is not possible, local advanced chemo-radiotherapy is used to reduce the size of the tumor and the chance of surgery can be obtained. The pancreas is an organ located in the posterior abdominal wall and is located on the passageway of many blood and lymph vessels. Therefore, the probability of recurrence of the disease after treatment increases. There is a possibility that treated patients will encounter pancreatic cancer again, usually within 3 years on average. It is thought that increasing long-term success rates will be possible with the discovery and use of more effective chemotherapy agents.” he said.
General Surgery Specialist Ali Kağan Gökakın stated that pancreatic cancer is usually caused by bad habits and environmental factors and listed the measures that can be taken against the disease as follows:
“Stay Away From SMOKING, HOOKAH AND OTHER TOBACCO PRODUCTS”
"Stay away from tobacco and tobacco products. Do not smoke or if you smoke, quit. Also avoid smokeless cigarettes and electronic cigarettes. Passive smoking can also increase the risk, so stay away from smoking environments.
“KEEP YOUR DIABETES UNDER CONTROL”
Keep your diabetes under control. Have your blood sugar measured regularly and follow your treatment plan. Pay attention to your eating habits. Adopt a healthy and balanced diet. Avoid getting fat and try to lose weight if you are overweight. Stay active and reduce calorie intake by exercising. Consume fresh seasonal vegetables and fruits daily. Limit your intake of simple sugars and fats. Avoid processed meats, reduce red meat and choose white meat.
"FOR A CUP OF TURKISH COFFEE A DAY"
For a cup of Turkish coffee a day. Whether caffeinated or decaffeinated, coffee is a beverage thought to be effective in reducing the risk of pancreatic cancer. Pay attention to environmental factors and avoid exposure to chemicals. Limit the use of harmful chemicals such as cleaning products and pesticides in the home and workplace.
DON'T STOP YOUR CONTROLS
If you have a group at risk or a possible lesion in the pancreas, do not miss your regular check-ups. Particular attention should be paid to former smokers, diabetics, those who lose weight rapidly without reason, or those with known pancreatic or biliary tract pathology.
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