Pancreatitis in liver cirrhosis

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Avatar f tn beer is alcohol in large quantities it brings on cirrhosis,pancreatitis hepatitis...does hike the liver enzymes!
Avatar m tn I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your dog. It's unlikely that pancreatitis results in acute liver failure/necrosis (ALN)- while pancreatitis can result in ELEVATED liver function tests (LFTs), it shouldn't cause failure. Cause for ALN include blue-green algae exposure (in stagnant ponds), sago palm ingestion, xylitol sugar-free gum, a few medications, etc. Sometimes end-stage liver disease (cirrhosis) can also cause acute liver failure also.
1382010 tn?1279643604 Some other causes of ascites related to increased pressure gradient are congestive heart failure and advanced kidney failure due to generalized retention of fluid in the body. In rare cases, increased pressure in the portal system can be caused by internal or external obstruction of the portal vessel, resulting in portal hypertension without cirrhosis.
504535 tn?1210527032 Other conditions that can cause yellow stools include hepatitis, pancreatitis or liver cirrhosis. It does not indicate cancer like you rightly mentioned.
Avatar n tn Hep C is the number one cause of liver cirrhosis and liver transplantation in the US. having overtaken alcoholic caused cirrhosis some time ago. I really can't speak to your problems about your pancreas, simply because I don't know have any experience with pancreatic problems. Your doctor should explain these results to you in plain English that you can understand. You really should be under the care of an experienced hepatolgoist at a transplant center. Hope that helps you some.
Avatar f tn One sister died with cirrhosis of the liver. The other sister now has cirrhosis. I have had abdominal pain in my left upper quadrant for twenty years now. The pain is very similar to that of my sisters. The pain is accompanied by nausea and the pain radiates to my back. I feel that this is from my pancreas, but my amylase and lipase levels are never elevated so I can not get doctors to perform any other tests to check for pancreatitis.
Avatar n tn Everyone one with full cirrhosis, meaning cirrhosis with portal hypertension has splenomegaly (an enlarged spleen). Normally there is no issues caused by having an enlarge spleen besides a low platelet count and sometimes a low RBC count. Pain is rare in those with splenomegaly. If a CT scan "showed nothing" than you don't have an enlarged spleen as it is obvious on any abdominal imaging study, ultrasound, CT and MRI and is always noted in the report.
Avatar m tn Liver enzymes are very sensitive and can elevate for both temporary insignificant health issues or be an indicator of a significant health condition. High levels of AST alone do not suggest liver disease; a notable exception is Wilson's disease (rare). Besides an elevated ALT, your other labs are within normal range. Liver enzyme levels must be used with other blood tests, examination, and medical history.
Avatar m tn ve been experiencing pain in the upper right back quadrant and some in the front in the same area. The skin area is tender and just discomfortable without too much pain. In addition, I've been getting sore muscles that are from unknown causes, particularly in the arms.
Avatar m tn Chronic pancreatitis does not always have elevated liver levels. Most of the time they are normal even though some Drs will not agree. This could be the problem. I would visit the GI and see what they say . CT Scan does not always detect CP and sometimes an Endoscopic Ultrasound is needed to see minimal changes. You can get this scheduled with the GI Dr. Sometimes small changes are not even detected with this method but a more experienced DR can detect it.
Avatar m tn i think that the abnormal liver tests are due to the drinking. if you stop i do not think that you will incur any permanant damage.
1952776 tn?1325606457 When I was diagnosed with the Sarc I was prescribed Azathioprine which I found out over the three years I took it has damaged my pancreas and I am left with debilitating chronic pancreatitis. My liver enzymes over the years have been elevated off and on but no jaundice just fatty liver. Because my ANA is so high and I tested positive for the RA they went ahead and tested me for lupus.
586653 tn?1282046650 Causes of liver transaminase elevations include viral hepatitis, alcohol use, medication use, steatosis or steatohepatitis, and cirrhosis. Steatosis and cirrhosis (usually found in adults) are ruled out by the ultrasound. Other common health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, pancreatitis, hemolytic anemia and thyroid disease, can also cause liver transaminase elevations.
Avatar m tn The liver is one of the only organs in the body that is able to replace damaged tissue with new cells rather than scar tissue. For example, an overdose of acetaminophen (Tylenol) can destroy half of a person's liver cells in less than a week. Barring complications, the liver can repair itself completely and, within a month, the patient will show no signs of damage.
Avatar f tn congestive heart failure, cholestasis (congestion of the bile ducts) , cirrhosis, hepatitis , liver ischemia (blood flow deficiency), liver necrosis, liver tumor, use of hepatotoxic drugs (drugs toxic to liver). All in all this indicates hepatitis or cirrhosis or liver ischemia. Please consult a doctor ASAP and avoid fatty food, alcohol (its good you do not drink or smoke) until then. Hope this helps. Please let me know if there is any thing else and do keep me posted. Take care!
5525494 tn?1369235489 Pains I was having, seemed like my liver was cramping, caused me to think cirrhosis or gall stones. My main symptom was mostly painless jaundice. My liver numbers were elevated because the tumor I was developing pressed against the bile duct, causing the jaundice and the other effects thereof. The pain you describe reads like descriptions I have seen of pancreatitis pain. Chronic, acute pancreatitis MAY lead to pancreatic cancer.
Avatar m tn Hi I have been unwell for over 3 weeks with attacks of upper quadrant pain and a constant dull ache in my middle uper abdominal area.Also feel nausea a lot but no vomiting. My liver functions are up and also my thyroid are borderline. Ultrasound was done showing nothing. I had my gallbladder out 2.5 yrs ago. My doctor now thinks I may have a leaking bile duct. I have been taking buscapan which helps but Im still on Zantac which Im sure is giving me anxiety issues.
Avatar f tn nope, not liver but pancreatitis.
Avatar n tn Other common health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, pancreatitis, hemolytic anemia and thyroid disease, can also cause liver transaminase elevations. Most liver diseases are characterized by greater ALT elevations than AST elevations except cirrhosis and alcohol abuse. ALT also rises in bile duct obstruction due to stone or tumor. Please consult your doctor regarding this. Take care!
Avatar m tn Other common health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, pancreatitis, hemolytic anemia and thyroid disease, can also cause liver transaminase elevations. Most liver diseases are characterized by greater ALT elevations than AST elevations except cirrhosis and alcohol abuse. ALT also rises in bile duct obstruction due to stone or tumor.
Avatar f tn Such results may indicate conditions like Liver disease (alcohol cirrhosis,fatty liver,fulminant hepatitis,hepatic congestion,liver shock),Myocardial Infarction, drugs like anti hypertensives,antibiotics usage,malignancy,renal or pulmonary infarction,acute pancreatitis and lot more. Why were the tests done?What is the history of your father like alcoholism,smoking,drugs used,previous illness,Hypertension,Diabetes, or any significant surgeries?Age?
Avatar m tn Hi you have posted your question in the hepatitis c community. Do you suspect you have hepatitis c? Really fatty liver just by itself can cause liver irritation and a rise in ALT& AST. In fact fatty liver is an increasing health issue in the US. The folks who said they have no clue are they liver specialists?
Avatar n tn My father has informed me he now has satge 2 liver disease and pancreatitis. He is an alchoholic and has hep c. He states that he will not quit drinking. Im wanting to know how long he has and what is going to happen?
Avatar f tn congestive heart failure, cholestasis (congestion of the bile ducts), cirrhosis, hepatitis, liver ischemia (blood flow deficiency), liver necrosis, liver tumor, high alcohol intake, use of hepatotoxic drugs (drugs toxic to liver). Also, a right upper abdomen pain that is referred to the shoulder can be due to liver and gall bladder problems, heavy meals or acidity that cause distension of the duodenum or any cause for distension of the small intestine.