Chronic Pancreatitis
Long-term inflammation of the pancreas that damages the organ over time, causing recurring abdominal pain and digestive problems.
Also known as: chronic pancreatic inflammation.
Category: Gastrointestinal
Drugs labeled for Chronic Pancreatitis
3 medication ingredients list an association with chronic pancreatitis in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Chronic Pancreatitis
The following symptoms have been associated with Chronic Pancreatitis in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...
Oily Stools
Fatty, oily stools that float and are difficult to flush, which can be a sign of poor fat absorption....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Chronic Pancreatitis
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Chronic Pancreatitis. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Fasting Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Chronic Pancreatitis, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
Addison disease
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Behçet disease
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Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis
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Granulomatosis with polyangiitis
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Late-onset isolated ACTH deficiency
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Microscopic polyangiitis
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When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for severe abdominal pain radiating to the back with vomiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chronic Pancreatitis?
Chronic Pancreatitis is a health condition described in medical literature. Long-term inflammation of the pancreas that damages the organ over time, causing recurring abdominal pain and digestive problems.
What are the symptoms of Chronic Pancreatitis?
Chronic Pancreatitis is associated with 5 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Fatigue, Nausea and vomiting, Oily Stools, Weight loss. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Chronic Pancreatitis diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Chronic Pancreatitis include Amylase, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Fasting Glucose, Lipase. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Chronic Pancreatitis, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.