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What Causes Recurrent Acute Pancreatitis?

Posted on Sat, 5 Jul 2014

Question: In 1973 I had pancreatitis in my 7th month of pregnancy. They performed a Caesarian and had a look at my pancreas too. I was sent home after a month and one week later had a second attack. They determined gallstones in my pancreas and removed as many as they could and removed my gall bladder too. The surgeon made an exit in my pancreas so any missed stones would pass through and indeed over the years three have passed. 37 years later I had my third attack. Am I considered a chronic pancreatitis or acute?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (32 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You are having recurrent acute pancreatitis

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

As per your information, you are having recurrent acute pancreatitis.
Whether these acute attacks are on a background of chronic pancreatitis can be confirmed with a CAT scan of the abdomen.

I hope that answers your question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.R.K

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