pancreatitis

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PANCREATITIS

Pancreatitis is inflammation in the pancreas. The pancreas is a large gland behind your stomach and next to your small intestine. The pancreas does two main things :

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It releases powerful digestive enzymes into your small intestine to help you digest food.

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It releases insulin and glucagon into your bloodstream. These hormones help your body control how it uses food for energy.

CAUSES

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Autoimmune diseases

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Drinking lots of alcohol

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Infections

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Gallstones

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Medications

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Metabolic disorders

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Surgery

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Trauma

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Cystic fibrosis

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Family history of pancreas disorders

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Gallstones

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High triglycerides

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Longtime alcohol use

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Medications

SYMPTOMS

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Fever

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Higher heart rate

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Nausea and vomiting

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Swollen and tender belly

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Pain in the upper part of your belly that goes into your back. Eating may make it worse, especially foods high in fat.

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Constant pain in your upper belly that radiates to your back. This pain may be disabling.

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Diarrhoea and weight loss because your pancreas isn’t releasing enough enzymes to break down food

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Upset stomach and vomiting
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