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Pancreatic Cancer is a growth of abnormal cells within the pancreas. Currently, pancreatic cancer is the fourth most common gastrointestinal cancer in the United States. The pancreas is a 6-10 inch organ found lying horizontally below the stomach that has both endocrine and exocrine functions. It not only secretes digestive juices but it also secretes hormone NetWellness Article (More)

General Information

  • About Pancreatic Cancer (Pancreatic Cancer Action Network)
  • Endocrine Cancer FAQ (The James Cancer Hospital) OSU Article
  • Frequently Asked Questions for Pancreatic Cancer (National Pancreas Foundation)
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    • The Body

  • Digestive System Adam Article
  • Endocrine Glands Adam Article
  • Pancreas Adam Article
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    • Symptoms and Tests

  • Abdominal CT Scan Adam Article
  • Abdominal MRI Adam Article
  • Abdominal Pain Adam Article
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    • Treatment

  • Radiation Therapy NetWellness Article
  • Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer NetWellness Article
  • Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer by Stage (American Cancer Society)
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    • Staying Healthy

  • Diet & Nutrition (Pancreatic Cancer Action Network)
  • Pancreas Cancer: Nutrition (The Johns Hopkins University)
  • Prevention (The James Cancer Hospital) OSU Article

    • Additional information on Pancreatic Cancer

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