The main difficulty lies in the subtlety of the symptoms. The pancreas is a deep organ, hidden behind the stomach and intestines.  Pain often appears late. Early detection therefore remains a real challenge. However, some symptoms require immediate intervention and should prompt a consultation without delay.

In my mother’s case, the first symptoms were intense fatigue and unexplained weight loss. Initially, we attributed these symptoms to  stress and age. We thought she was simply exhausted from work and daily activities. These are common mistakes. Doctors regularly find that patients and their loved ones tend to downplay these symptoms.