Man, 66, hit with malignant cancer after experiencing dyspepsia

While a single cancer diagnosis already represents a daunting prospect, two cancers operating at the same time are undoubtedly worse. A case report, published in the journal Medicine, reports that a 66-year-old man was struck by two of these deadly conditions at the same time. One of the first signs that broke the news of cancer taking over his pancreas and oesophagus was dyspepsia.Pancreatic cancer describes the deadly condition that started in the long, flat gland tucked behind your stomach but there isn’t just one type of this diagnosis.The 66-year-old man was diagnosed with ‘pancreatic carcinosarcoma’ (PCS), which is considered a very rare pancreatic cancer with ‘an extremely poor prognosis’.Worryingly, this pancreatic cancer type can coexist with other ‘malignant’ cancers.In the man’s case, he was hit by both pancreatic and oesophageal cancer (EC), with his first symptom being dyspepsia.READ MORE: Acholic stools are ‘the most common’ sign of pancreatic cancer in ‘initial’ stages Pancreatic and oesophageal cancer: Symptoms include dyspepsia or abdominal pain. (Image: GETTY)Dyspepsia, or abdominal pain, refers to discomfort or pain that occurs in the upper tummy.Abdominal pain is considered a ‘common’ red flag when it comes to pancreatic cancer, according to Hopkins Medicine.Characterised as inconsistent pain that comes and goes, this sign feels dull and is located in your upper or middle belly.Pancreatic Cancer UK explains: ‘The pain may start as general discomfort or tenderness in the tummy area and spread to the back.DON’T MISS  The man from the case report also struggled with nausea. (Image: GETTY) Cancer signs and symptoms to look out for include bleeding. (Image: Express.co.uk)While nausea is one of the key signs of oesophageal cancer, there are many other symptoms that could help identify the condition.According to the NHS, the tell-tale signs of oesophageal cancer include:Having problems swallowing (dysphagia)Feeling or being sickHeartburn or acid refluxSymptoms of indigestion, such as burping a lotCough that is not getting betterHoarse voiceLoss of appetite or losing weight without trying toFeeling tired or having no energyPain in your throat or the middle of your chest, especially when swallowing.If you start experiencing any new symptoms that don’t feel normal to you, you should speak to your GP, the health service advises.