On August 18, 1952, Patrick was born. Patrick Swayze was a well-known American actor who appeared in films such as “Dirty Dancing” and “Ghost.” The three-time Golden Globe nominee began his career as a dancer before moving on to singing, songwriting, and, eventually, acting.
Swayze announced in March 2008 that he had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He died of the disease 18 months later, in September 2009.
Pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of death in both men and women in the United States.
Despite its rarity, pancreatic cancer is aggressive and has a low survival rate.
Let’s get to know more about Pancreatic Cancer.
Pancreatic cancer develops when malignant (cancer) cells proliferate and form a tumour in the pancreas. The pancreas is an organ that regulates blood sugar levels.
Exocrine cells in the pancreas secrete digestive enzymes, while endocrine cells help produce hormones. The majority of pancreatic cancers affect exocrine cells.
Pancreatic cancer can spread to other organs in the body, particularly those close to the pancreas, such as the liver or lungs.
Swayze began to experience symptoms, prompting him to seek medical attention. Nausea and vomiting, unexplained weight loss, abdominal pain, and jaundice were all symptoms of pancreatic cancer.
