Pancreatitis symptoms and diagnosis

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559187 tn?1330782856 Lately they thought he had pancreatic cancer and liver cancer which has same exact symptoms as autoimmune pancreatitis. Only biopsie can confirm. Autoimmune pancreatitis can be cured with 11 week course of steroids and people live a normal life. We are waiting for his biopsie next week to see what he really had...Why did you ask about MS affecting pancreas?
Avatar f tn Sorry you are in the same boat cause this boat is slowly sinking! LOL =) I called and requested copies of my tests so I could "google" what is there since his consultation was so vague. My blood sugar is high but he said no big deal. I am not a diabetic and have never had problems with my sugar.
Avatar m tn No idea what it is, but it's most likely not pancreatitis. That's a very very painful disease, and you'd be at the ER no matter what getting opiates if you had that, again most likely. I assume when you say you stopped eating carbs, you meant stopped eating white flour. Whole grains are the staple of a healthy diet, and all the most healthful foods are carbs, such as veggies, fruits, etc.
Avatar n tn It is easy to read and understand and you can search for terms specific to your situation. Chapter 12 deals with the Biliary System and the various problems and their symptoms. You're welcome to read my journal (www.medhelp.org/user_journals/list/469934?sort_by=title) if you want, because our situations seem quite similar. Keeping a journal is a great idea and there is one on your home page.
Avatar m tn He was in hospital for a couple of weeks and got better gradually. Doctors established that he had acute pancreatitis and secondary diabetes. The cyst was drained. As my husband has had pain for years and we found out that pancreatic cysts coupled with secondary diabetes (doctors established that he has had secondary diabetes for years without knowing) are symptoms of chronic pancreatitis, we thought he had, had chronic pancreatitis for years.
Avatar n tn I subsequently developed chronic pancreatitis and was diagnosed with Sphincter of Oddi. Rather than have the invasive surgery I went on a strict, fresh chicken soup diet with supplements ordered by an Ayruvedic doctor. Within 2 years I was completely recovered and could eat anything. However, last year I began to develop symptoms of pain in the center and left quadrant of my upper abdomen, nausea, mild weight loss. I would feel sick if I ate and sick if I didn't.
Avatar n tn t know how she got it. Ever since the pancreatitis she has been in pain just about every day (and missing quite a bit of school). It doesn't seem to make a difference as to the types of food she eats. She has tried going without milk for 4-5 days and without wheat for about a week. She was tested for food allergies also, which came back negative. The most pain she has is in her abdomen area, running horizontally from side to side and it is tender to press on.
Avatar f tn Fever, chills, and jaundice are uncommon symptoms. Patients may also present with acute recurrent pancreatitis. " More layman's terms:http://yourtotalhealth.ivillage.com/sphincter-oddi-dysfunction.html from the site, quote: "The disease you are describing is known as sphincter of oddi dysfunction (SOD). The sphincter of oddi is situated in the upper intestine, or duodenum, at the site where the pancreatic and bile ducts enter.
1807187 tn?1316861276 Ajeet, you should take the MRCP test. Talk to your doctor about the exact diagnosis and what you should be doing with diet and the enzymes. And if you haven't had the MRCP test yet, it sounds like they haven't finished testing for what the cause is and they may not have a diagnosis at this time. Without that, it's hard to make any suggestions. For now, ask your doctor to tell you the foods you should and shouldn't eat, and take the enzymes.
Avatar n tn Have you considered actute pancreatitis or chrnic pancreatitis? Look up their symptoms and if you think that is what you have then the first thing to do is to ask your doctor for blood work and an ultrasound.
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 m tn Six weeks is way too long to have recurring diarrhea and not to have a diagnosis. You need to see a doctor now with a view to having an endoscopic examination and a definitive diagnosis.
Avatar m tn I HAVE IPMN AND CHRONIC PANCREATITIS BUT MY LEVELS RARELY STAY ELEVATED SO THE DR.S DON'T BELIEVE ME. IS THIS NORMAL This discussion is related to <a href='/posts/show/234889'>Pancreatitis?</a>.
Avatar f tn You might have pancreatitis. That could cause all 3 symptoms, and the elevated enzymes. Other causes of your symptoms would not likely do that. Make sure your doctor checks you thoroughly for pancreatitis.
Avatar n tn I had hyperparathyroidism and it was my understanding that was separate from my thyroid issue. I'm not sure that is clinically correct though. Hope you get more answers.
Avatar n tn t really given much say in the matter, as the pancreatitis was a nasty attack and I was strongly advised to get my gallbladder out asap after it. It was a straightforward procedure, with no after effects. I can't really say I felt better, because apart from the pancreatitis incident, I never had any problems beforehand! I do sometimes suffer with the "dumping syndrome" which, whilst unpleasant, doesn't worry me too much as I believe it's normal.
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 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.
719009 tn?1230315497 group which deals with Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction, Pancreatitis and Undiagnosed Symptoms, among other things. If you want to let me know where you live (city/state only, please), I can ask the forum if they could recommend a doctor in your area. Here are a couple of things that I've found helpful (and I post them frequently): Research! Read old posts in this forum.
5525494 tn?1369235489 I did get chemo after as the tumor had gone from Stage IB to Stage IIB in the 19 days between diagnosis and surgery. Still here, still clear.