Pancreatitis and high triglycerides

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Avatar n tn Trouble was I had a really bad Nicorette habit. Low and behold I have chronic pancreatitis and if I chew the gum--the pancreatic pain skyrockets. I would say "YES" Nicorette either causes, triggers, or aggrevates pancreatitis.
Avatar m tn High triglycerides can be the cause (which can happen from drinking, diet or hereditary--- high triglycerides are treatable, get that checked). Gi issues, kidney issues, gallbladder and yes the pancreas. So, any of that going on?
Avatar f tn History of high cholesterol an triglycerides for 20 years which appears to be a hereditary problem, Been on a variety of meds during this time for this currently taking tricore and provastatin . Mother had gallstones and pancreatitis. I also have esophageal reflux and esophageal spasms. Have talked to my family doctor about this pain several times and he has found the tender spot but has done nothing to test or treat.
Avatar m tn Low protein diet is another factor. Since you have high triglycerides and AST and ALT are marginally high, possibility of a fatty liver should be eliminated by an ultrasound. This can be treated with healthy diet and lifestyle. Also possibility of Heaptitis B and C infection should be looked into. Total proteins are slightly higher, but can be taken as clinically acceptable.
Avatar f tn I have 12 year old long-haired Chihuahua that I took for the annual vet appointment. Some of her numbers came back elevated: ALT - 285, ALKP - 348, BUN/Creatinine Ratio - 31, Triglycerides - 674 & Platelet Count at 708. Did anyone have a similar situation and what was the outcome and the actions taken? She is my baby and I want to make sure she is taken care of. My vet suggested testing for the Cushing's disease. Any advise is greatly appreciated.
Avatar f tn Dr said I am pre diabetic and that if my triglycerides pass 500 that it means pancreatitis. I am just worried because my mother suffered from Hep C (however I have tested negative). I hardly have any sugar in my diet however I dont eat very well, some times if at all. I will work on eating more veg/fruit. I am just so concerned because i have never had irregular blood work.
Avatar f tn The doctors said it was inflamed but there were no stones and no other explanation. Then, I had Pancreatitis about a year ago due to high Triglycerides. At the time, the doctors were checking me for diabetes because I guess those things are related. Generally Pancreatitis is caused by gallstones or excessive drinking. I am not an excessive drinker and by then my gallbladder had been removed. I just went for a follow-up this afternoon and now my doc wants to check my Thyroid.
Avatar f tn Steroids, mumps, Epstein Barr Virus and Cytomegalovirus, Lupus and other immune diseases, very high calcium, lipids and triglycerides, drugs: sulfa drugs, steroids, NSAID use, diuretics, duodenal ulcer, diabetic drugs especially Byetta. The drugs could be a problem for both the pancrease and liver too. If you have been taking Byetta for diabetis it is very important to get treatment for that right away. I would say there is cause for concern but you are getting it checked out.
Avatar f tn Besides alcohol and gall stones other causes for the pancreatitis include hereditary disorders of the pancreas, cystic fibrosis, high triglycerides, and certain medicines. As you wait for the repeat ERCP, go through your medication list and also have a lipid profile done. Please discuss this with your doctor am sure he will provide further assistance. Hope this helped and do keep us posted.
Avatar f tn Ask what is happening and is this from gallstones and do you have pancreatitis and if so, what can you do and what can you expect. http://www.ddc.musc.edu/public/problems/diseases/pancreas/pancreatitisChronic.cfm I hope this finds you already seen by your endocrinologist and feeling better.
Avatar f tn I was told that extremely high triglycerides can trigger spontaneous pancreatitis; the doc said if I developed that, I wouldn’t be enjoying life. He had me start taking omega 3 fish oils, and said to take 3 capsules a day… forever :o).
Avatar f tn My lipase has been mildly elevated, also my ca 19 (panc tumor marker) is double norm and double what it was 4 wks prior. Dr did say pancreatitis and other factors could cause this to rise. My dad died of PC so I am scared I have it. My ab US, CT w dye and EUS were all clear. My dr and the dr that did my EUS said that they do not think its pancreatitis as it does not present this way, nor last this long, they say doubtfully cancer too.
Avatar m tn Triglycerides: 1,765 mg/dl, HDL: 21, LDL: NP (serum index for lipemia to high to report), and Total Cholesterol: 273. I fasted for 12 hrs prior to this since I am an RN and know the importance. Trending some of my past test they seem to have been creeping up since May and June of 2014 when I started Nexium 40mg daily for GERD and Celebrex 200mg daily for arthritis. I am wondering if one of these medications can be driving this train since the correlation is there.
Avatar n tn They took a blood test and found my amylase and lipase were high. One was around 2500 and one around 350. What would cause this? I have no other symptoms of pancreatitis and am able to eat just fine. However, they did find I am constipated pretty badly.
Avatar n tn This type of pain can be due to liver infection, gall stones, gall bladder infection, bad gastric reflux, duodenal ulcer and due to pancreatitis. You will need some tests for a confirmed diagnosis. Please consult your doctor regarding this. Take care! The medical advice given should not be considered a substitute for medical care provided by a doctor who can examine you.
Avatar f tn He told us that his dysfunctional gallbladder is what is most likely causing his triglycerides to get so high, which then triggers pancreatitis.
Avatar m tn There are in fact a number of illnesses and conditions that are known to have high Triglycerides as a common symptom. Over and above obese dogs and dogs with diabetes, these include hypothyroidism, pancreatitis, chronic liver disease, elevated corticosteroid levels (usually brought about by medications or an over-active adrenal gland, also known as Cushing's Disease) AND (not typical, but not uncommon either) chronic kidney disease.
471161 tn?1317190950 Can you please tell me what blood tests he should get and maybe what foods to stay away from or something/ His doctor only told him to lose weight and nothing else. Oh he did put him on a statin drug for high triglycerides but no blood work. The fatty liver was found by an ultrasound. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Avatar m tn His mother has also a H/o high TG, Cholesterol and BP. Recently she developed Hypothyroidism at age of 56 and then Diabetes mellitus type 2 at age of 59. Now she is 59 years old.Today we did the blood test for my husband and his TG is 519 mg/dl. Total Cholestrol is 208 mg/dl, LDL is 142 mg/dL and HDL is 34.42 mg/dl.His S. amylase is slightly elevated 112 U/l. Now a new develpoment happened is slightly elevated TSH of 4.59, which was normal till 1 year back. So please advice what this indicates?
Avatar m tn My triglycerides were in 200+ range and now down to 60. Two things that made the biggest difference are : 1) Nialor (Instant release Niacin) - 3*500mg - You could use any other brand. 2) Oats + 10 almonds + 1 walnut for breakfast - 5 days a week.
Avatar m tn There is still much debate over the interaction of high TGL's and heart disease, no one is quite sure of the role TGLs play yet. When you speak of people with high TGL levels, some can be well into the thousands. TGL's are easy to lower, the fastest way is to cut out empty carbs like sugars, breads and pasta. All these metabolize to sugar and raise TGL. Also, don't drink as alcohol also metabolizes as sugars and will increase serum levels of TGL.
Avatar f tn Raising HDL is a good protective for high LDL cholesterol, and antioxidants that affect the blood vessels will help protect from the effects of triglycerides, but again, the best way to lower them is to not ingest them in the first place.
Avatar f tn I drink off/on but had been drinking in excess prior to having my blood work drawn. My triglycerides came back high so I need to go back and have my blood drawn again. How long after quitting drinking will my triglycerides go down to normal?