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What Are the Symptoms of Gallbladder Cancer?

Gallbladder cancer is an aggressive malignancy that usually produces no specific early warning signs. Symptoms appear only when the tumour obstructs bile flow, invades adjacent organs, or becomes advanced. Right-upper-quadrant painA constant, dull ache or colicky pain under the ribs is the most common first complaint; it may radiate to the right shoulder or back and is often mistaken for uncomplicated gallstone disease. Palpable massA firm, non-tender swelling is sometimes felt in the upper abdomen when the tumour has enlarged or the gall-bladder is distended by associated stones. JaundiceYellow discoloration of skin and sclera, dark urine and pale stools develop... Learn more

What Are the Symptoms of Pancreatic Endocrine Tumors?

Pancreatic endocrine tumors (PETs) are rare neoplasms that arise from the hormone-secreting cells of the pancreas. They can be classified as either functional (hormone-secreting) or non-functional (non-hormone-secreting). The symptoms depend on the type of hormone produced and the size or location of the tumor. Insulin-secreting tumors (Insulinomas) Episodes of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), especially during fasting or after exercise Symptoms include sweating, palpitations, tremors, confusion, blurred vision, and loss of consciousness Relief of symptoms after glucose intake is typical Gastrin-secreting tumors (Gastrinomas) Recurrent peptic ulcers, often multiple or refractory to treatment Abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting Diarrhea due to... Learn more

What Are the Symptoms of Intestinal Fistula?

An intestinal fistula is an abnormal passage between the bowel and another organ or the skin, allowing digestive fluid, food residue, or stool to leak, producing a spectrum of clinical manifestations. The most common symptom is abdominal pain, usually persistent or colicky, located in the segment where the fistula arises. Diarrhea is frequent, with watery or pasty stools caused by loss of digestive fluid and reduced absorptive surface. Fever indicates accompanying infection, presenting as remittent or sustained high temperature, often with chills. Rapid weight loss with fatigue and poor appetite results from malabsorption and hyper-catabolism. When the tract opens into... Learn more

What are the symptoms of colon cancer?

Early-stage colon cancer may cause no noticeable discomfort; the most common first clue is a persistent change in bowel habits—diarrhea, constipation, or alternating patterns lasting more than two weeks. Stools become narrower, pencil-shaped, or are coated with mucus or blood, which may appear dark red or bright red. As the tumor grows, vague lower-abdominal cramping or bloating worsens after meals; if the lumen narrows, colicky pain and progressive distension develop. Systemic features include unexplained weight loss, fatigue, pallor from chronic blood loss, and low-grade fever. A hard, fixed mass may be palpable in the right or left lower quadrant. Perforation... Learn more