Information about Pancreatitis
We Have to Know about the Pancreatitis
- An inflammation or infection of the pancreas — an elongated, tapered gland that is located behind the stomach. The pancreas secretes digestive enzymes and the hormones insulin and glucagon.
Could be dangerous, if the answer is YES for any one of the following questions
Causes of Pancreatitis
- Chronic pancreatitis: most often caused by alcoholism and alcohol abuse, but sometimes the cause cannot be determined. Genetic causes become more common. Conditions such as hyperlipidemia or hyperparathyroidism, injury, and chronic blockage of the pancreatic duct are also linked to chronic pancreatitis
- Acute pancreatitis: gallstones, another gallbladder (biliary) disease, and alcohol use. Other causes include:
- Viral infection (mumps, coxsackie B, mycoplasma pneumonia, and Campylobacter)
- Traumatic injury
- Pancreatic surgical procedures
- Common bile duct surgical procedures
- Certain medications (especially estrogens, corticosteroids, thiazide diuretics, and azathioprine)
Do’s and Don’ts – Pancreatitis
Signs & Symptoms of Pancreatitis
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Mild jaundice
- Fatty stools
- Anxiety
- Chills
- Fever
- Clammy skin
- Sweating
- Weakness
- Weight loss
Medical advice for Pancreatitis
- Persistent abdominal pain or jaundice, with or without other symptoms
Risk factors of Pancreatitis
Treatment for Pancreatitis
- Medicines
Self-care for Pancreatitis
Investigations for Pancreatitis
- Lab tests
- Abdominal x-ray
- Abdominal CT scan
