Man, 58, thought this pain was a sign of 'getting older' but it was deadly cancer

Man, 58, thought this pain was a sign of 'getting older' but it was deadly cancer (Image: PA) A Newcastle man tragically passed away from cancer just three months after mistaking his stomach pain as a sign of ageing. Dave Smith, 58, had been experiencing abdominal discomfort and changes in his bowel movements for over a year before he decided to see a doctor in 2023. He had some tests to check if he was having gut-related issues - but they came back negative.

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After being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in February, Dave lost four stone in just two months and made the decision that he wa.