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Pancreatitis is an inflammation or infection of the pancreas -- an elongated, tapered gland that is located behind the stomach. The pancreas secretes digestive enzymes and the hormones insulin and glucagon .
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Symptoms
Symptoms may include: Abdominal pain; Anxiety; Chills; Clammy skin; Fatty stools; Fever; Mild jaundice; Nausea; Sweatin...
Causes
For more information, see the specific type of pancreatitis: Acute pancreatitis; Chronic pancreatitis; Pancreatic absce...
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Call your health care provider if you have persistent abdominal pain or jaundice, with or without other symptoms.
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