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Pancreatitis is inflammation or infection of the pancreas. The pancreas, a gland located behind the stomach, releases the hormones insulin and glucagon and substances that help with digestion.For more information, see t... |
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Symptoms
Symptoms may include:Abdominal painChillsClammy skinFatty stoolsFeverMild jaundiceNauseaSweatingWeaknessWeight lossVo...
Causes
For more information, see the specific type of pancreatitis:Acute pancreatitisChronic pancreatitisPancreatic abscess.
Treatments
- Intravenous Rehydration
- Partial Pancreatectomy
- Whipple Operation
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have persistent abdominal pain or jaundice, with or without other symptoms.
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