Is back pain a symptom of pancreatic cancer?
On One Hand: Back Pain May be a SymptomBack pain, or pain that starts in the upper abdomen (midsection) and extends to the back, may be a symptom of pancreatic cancer, according to the Mayo Clinic and Medline Plus.On the Other: Back Pain Has Other CausesAlthough pancreatic cancer may cause back pain, this is just one possible cause. Others include injury; fractures; nerve, joint and spinal problems; kidney infection; being very overweight (obese); bad posture; pregnancy; and stress, according to the Mayo Clinic.Bottom LinePancreatic cancer can lead to back pain, but other conditions may also cause it.
