Risk Factors for Pancreatic Cancer

 There are several factors that can lead to pancreatic cancer:

•    Individuals over the age of 60 are more likely to develop pancreatic cancer.

•    Men are 30% more likely to get pancreatic cancer than women

•    Smoking increases the risk for all cancers.
•    Poor diets including those low in fiber, fruits and vegetables, and diets high in red meat and sugary soft drinks.

•    Obesity

•    Diabetes

•    Chronic pancreatitis

•    Helicobacter pylori

•    Genetic inheritance

•    Periodontal disease including gingivitis.

•    Excessive alcohol consumptions