Pancreatitis and normal lipase

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Avatar f tn Can anyone tell me if exocrine pancreatic insufficiency affects lipase and amylase levels during a pancreatitis flare up? Also has anyone ever had normal blood levels with pancreatitis?
Avatar f tn Hi, understand your concern. With pancreatitis usually the lipase and amylase values are increased many folds. And if chronic the imaging studies will usually show pancreatic fibrosis. In the absence of these findings its unlikely that you have chronic pancreatitis. The other causes for the pain could be infections of the bowel and bladder, prolapsed intervertebral disc or inflammatory diseases of the colon. So, if your symptoms persist discuss these options with your doctor. Regards.
Avatar f tn In pancreatitis both lipase and amylase are usually elevated. Other tests (CT, MRI) are needed to confirm pancreatitis. But elevated lipase doesn't mean you have pancreatitis. Or, lipase level doesn't necessary correlate with severity of inflammation. ERCP was probably suggested because a small stone, either from gallbladder or pancreas can block pancrteatic duct - what results in pancreatitis. There's another, noninvasive investigation - MRCP, which could be done instead of ERCP.
Avatar n tn I also need a herring explanation please. With Amylase and Lipase both over 5 times normal, gas, deep pain, fatigue and nausea I'm at square one in getting any answers. CT, Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, MRCP, Celiac blood test - all appear normal. When the Gastroenterologist gave me the fish theory it sounded like he thinks it's all a figment of my imagination. I don't smoke or drink and control diabetes with diet, exercise and minimum dose of Metformin ER. Fats are very problematic.
Avatar f tn ve found relates to gallstones, gallbladder and bile duct problems and pancreatitis/pancreas-related disorders. I found one article that listed the appendix as a possible cause. Here are some links that might help: http://www.healthline.com/galecontent/amylase-and-lipase-tests http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec10/ch140/ch140c.
Avatar f tn They have decreased some since his hospitalization, but they are far from normal (last blood work had lipase at 14 times normal and amylase was 4 times normal). He does not have any pain. He is eating an extremely low fat diet and has restrictions on his activites. Are there any suggestions on what might be causing this abnormality? I am worried about the long term effects for him. I appreciate any comments or help.
Avatar f tn During a recent trip to Mexico, I came down with 'travelers diarrhea' - fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomitting, dehydration. Upon arriving back in the states, I was readmitted to the hospital due to elevated amylase and lipase. I didn't have the severe pancreatitis pain until later that night and then only one other bout two nights later. A CT scan, ERCP, and internal ultrasound were all normal and I was discharged after 5 days.
Avatar m tn Liver enzymes were highly elevated. Normal lipase/amylase and ultrasound and X-rays came back normal. Only thing noted was a 10mm calcification on right hepatic. Went to GI who ordered MRCP and that came back with 'possible' common bile duct obstruction. During the time I waited for ERCP double balloon, my liver enzymes went back up. Had difficult procedure with history of my gastric bypass where they put a temp plastic stent.
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 n tn •Pancreatitis - also known as inflammation of the pancreas, can cause amylase and lipase levels to be increased up to 3 times normal. Both values should be increased, in order to carry the diagnosis of pancreatitis. •Lipase may be increased in tumors of the pancreas, or stomach certain stomach conditions. These conditions are usually painful. •Gall bladder infection - Inflammation of the gall bladder (cholecystitis), may cause increased lipase levels (hyperlipasemia).
Avatar m tn Anna, these were my symptoms when i first was in the hospt. w/ my pancreatitis, i had high Amalyse and Lipase levels and dull aching pain in my mid to left abdomen(for a week).., and since then my stools have been abnormal, I also have lost about 15 pounds, and i indeed have had a stool test for fat and mine came back negative. Thanks for sharing your story anna, hope your test comes back okay I just would like Dr. Rogue to give his opinion on what he thinks is wrong with me.
Avatar n tn I am 42 years old, very active, mid stress level job, do not drink or smoke. I had an ultrasound and CT scan and pancreas, liver, gallbladder - all look normal. I took everything out of my diet - gluten free, lactose free, sugar free, etc. and slowly introduced those items back in to see if I was allergic and no results from that either. My abdominal cramps come and go. Sometimes I have them for two or three days and then nothing for months.
Avatar n tn My daughter has chron's disease and had a lipase level of 715 and a normal Amylase level. What are some of the possible meanings of this?
Avatar n tn He has gone through massive blood testing throughout the month and everything is normal except for the elevated Lipase levels, had quit drinking a month ago, had an Ultrasound, CT Scan, and MRI which were all normal. I have noticed signs of depression, anxiety, and his stomach discomfort for at least the past 6 months. His specialist told him that they didn't believe at this time it was Pancreatitis because they stated the levels would have gone down to normal by now.
Avatar f tn I have been to the GI several times for answers regarding my URQ pain but my doctor does not seem concerned because my blood work is normal. I know something is wrong. I was a heavy drinker for over 20 yrs and quit 16 months ago. I have lost weight and I believe that I have Terry's Nails. My recent lab test came back with my Lipase at 399 range (73-393). I'm trying to find out if elevated Lipase is common in people with Cirrhosis.
Avatar f tn I bet it’s pancreatitis....in April of this year, I learned the term Lipase. Lipase and “just shy of 48,000” went hand in hand. I too, thought I could “stomach” the pain and “suck it up” like I was taught in a lifetime of football, boxing, baseball, & basketball, few surgeries, and countless broken bones. When I finally agreed to go the hospital, almost 5 hours after it first started, I thought I was dying.
Avatar f tn //www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322201.php You could also have your symptoms and pancreatitis and have elevated lipase. Sometimes a bland diet will help such as the brat diet. This is banana, rice, applesauce, and toast. Lipase can stay elevated for a couple of weeks after a bout of gastroenteritis or pancreatitis. How long has it been?
Avatar n tn I also need a “red herring” explanation please. With Amylase and Lipase both over 5 times normal, gas, continual deep pain in upper right quadrant, fatigue and nausea, I'm at square one in getting any answers. Tests since Dec 2015: CT, Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, MRCP, Celiac blood test - all "appear normal". Primary Care Doc says "Nothing more to do. Everything looks fine".
Avatar f tn My gall bladder was removed 25 yrs ago.I had abdominal pain 10 days ago. My Doctor think I have pancreatis. Blood test showed Lipase level was 1412 & Amylase was 273. Three days ago, I had my 2nd blood test done, Lipase down to 382 & Amylase down to 273. but both of them still within the high level range. What can bring Lipase & amylase down to normal. What kind of food I should avoid? Should I eat light for 3 more weeks?
Avatar n tn I have the same issue my lipase level is at 203 and my pain was starting in my upper right rib area and seems to be better. Going to have them re test me to see if it’s gone down. Just have nausea from time to time. They have not gave me anything and tested me for h pylori which was negative. Not sure what’s going on.
Avatar m tn Your lipase normal test results are between 10-140 you are within the normal range so I wouldn't worry and if you are not in pain going to hospital and vomiting then I wouldn't give it another thought
Avatar n tn I have had a colonoscopy, abdominal CT scan, ultra-sound within the past 2 months and all were normal. I have seen a specialist (gastroenterologist) and he said he is not concerned unless the blood levels are 2 - 3 times higher than normal (only about 50 - 70 points higher now). I also have a mildly elevate AST for the past 4 years and tests have not shown a cause. I do not drink or smoke. I am otherwise a healthy 42 yr woman. What would you do if you were me?
Avatar n tn My CT Scan was normal, same for my ultrasound, and endoscope. Yet, almost 2 weeks after my attack, my lipase and amylase levels remain very high. I have not been in pain for about 1 week. So what caused the attack? My doc has no idea. CalGal, what is autoimmune pancreatitis -- I never heard of it...
Avatar n tn I hope to have got digestive correct, as I assume pancreatitis has to do with that. Vet called today, said Ozzie's level are over 1'000 on lipase count and that makes it sure it is pancreatitis, che chronic version. Having had a look at internet, none of the symptoms agree with what he does. He does not, vomit, reject food, loose stool....
Avatar f tn She is 2yrs old. She only vomitted once and loose stool and lipase elevatef to 2600. Amylase was below normal. She is on Crean10000 every after meals. May I know how do i know if my baby is fully recovered. Is taking Creon a guarantee for me that her lipase and pancreas are safe now? She is on lowfat prescription diet. Thanks!
Avatar n tn my son have been in the hospital for 7 days now and his lipase and aylase levels are high and they dont seem to know what wrong. he has no pain any where and want to eat but when ever her eats regular food his levels go up higher. so now he is on liquid and loosing so much weight. CAn any body help or have answers??????
Avatar f tn My lipase panels have fluctuated from normal to a tad bit above normal. I haven’t touched alcohol in 30 days and prior to that was a wine drinker one or two classes at night. The pain actually has gotten worse since since I’ve stopped the wine. The emergency room doctor thought it was a mild case of pancreatitis but my family doctor believes it’s an ulcer. I’ve been taking 40 mg of Prilosec as well as sucralfate. I’ve also been having some weight loss.
Avatar f tn Yellow skin and eyes clay colored-stools - Normal liver enzymes Hi All - So I got CBC labs done recently and my liver enzymes were normal AST at 35(10-40 range) and ALT at 58(9-60 range) although on the high side of the range, but they were still in the normal range according to the labs. After more investigation I tested for pancreatic enzymes such as Amylase at 118 (21-101 range) and Lipase at 114 (7-60 range) which were elevated.