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PANCREATITIS

About Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis is the inflammation of the pancreas, often caused by gallstones, alcohol use, infections, or medications. It may be acute or chronic and can lead to severe abdominal pain, digestive issues, and complications. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential to prevent organ damage and maintain overall digestive health

Types of Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis is categorized by its onset, severity, and underlying cause. The primary types acute and chronic differ in symptoms, duration, complications, and treatment approaches, requiring timely diagnosis and management.

Causes Requiring Pancreatitis Treatment

Pancreatitis requires medical or surgical intervention when inflammation results from gallstones, alcohol use, trauma, infections, or metabolic disorders, leading to severe abdominal pain and digestive complications.

FAQS:

Pancreatitis surgery is often required for severe inflammation, blockages, infections, or complications that cause pain, digestive issues, or risk of serious health problems

Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, which can be acute (sudden) or chronic (long-term), causing abdominal pain and digestive problems.

Common causes include gallstones, alcohol use, infections, certain medications, high triglycerides, and abdominal trauma. In some cases, the cause is unknown (idiopathic).

Diagnosis involves a physical exam, blood tests (amylase, lipase), imaging like ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI, and sometimes endoscopic procedures (ERCP).

Treatment may include fasting (to rest the pancreas), IV fluids, pain management, antibiotics, enzyme supplements, or surgery if complications like gallstones or necrosis are present.

Yes, moderate to severe cases often require hospital care for monitoring, fluid replacement, and supportive treatment. Mild cases may be managed at home.