Pancreatic Cancer Risk Factors and Smoking
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. Pancreatic cancer and smoking
Pancreatic cancer is deadly. 98% of the patients of pancreatic cancer die. Out of all the risk factors, cigarette smoking is the most important consistent reversible risk factor. Smoking increases the risk of pancreatic cancer by 2-3 times.
Risk factors for pancreatic cancer are:
1. Male gender
2. Age greater than 50 years
3. Black race
4. Cigarette smoking
5. Chronic pancreatitis
6. Chronic diabetes
7. Obesity
8. Familial pancreatitis
9. Pancreatic cancer in a close relative.
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Disclaimer:
This video is not intended to provide assessment, diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice; it also does not constitute provision of healthcare services. The content provided in this video is for informational and educational purposes only.
Please consult with a physician or healthcare professional regarding any medical or mental health related diagnosis or treatment. No information in this video should ever be considered as a substitute for advice from a healthcare professional.
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