4. Other Symptoms
Pancreatitis or inflammation of the pancreas is another common clinical sign of ampullary cancer, as the tumors also blocks the pancreatic duct. Other symptoms include:
- loss of appetite
- weight loss
- abdominal pain
- diarrhea
- fever or chills
- stomach upset and vomiting
- gastrointestinal bleeding
Ampullary tumors affect stool quality, though they do not always cause diarrhea. Stool may be greasy and pale, which is generally a sign of a problem or blockage and requires medical examination.
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