By Pure Matters These are some answers to frequently asked
questions about pancreatic cancer. Q: What is the pancreas? A:
The pancreas is a glandular organ, located deep in the abdomen.
It is behind the stomach and in front of the spine. The pancreas
is about 6 inches long and has a wide head with a body that
tapers to a narrow tail. The pancreas makes enzymes and
hormones. The enzymes mix with bile to help with the digestion
of food, especially fats, sugars, and proteins. The pancreas
makes the hormones insulin and glucagon. These hormones help the
body control the level of sugar in the blood. Both of these
hormones help the body use and store the energy it gets from
food. Q: What is cancer of the pancreas? A: Pancreatic cancer is
cancer that starts in the pancreas. No one is entirely sure why
people get this type of cancer. It is thought that normal cells
undergo a series of changes, leading to permanent cell changes,
and eventually cancer. Q: What are the different types of
pancreatic cancer? A: Most cance