The problem of pancreatic cancer

After last week’s essay about this disease condition, it has become necessary to help readers understand the peculiar nature of the organ. The pancreas is an organ located deep within the back recesses of the abdomen, lodged somewhere between the stomach in front and the spine behind.

The spine itself is surrounded by bulky muscles, which offer it a kind of cushion and act as a shock absorber, if you like.

Cancer in this organ is usually…