Pancreatitis
Inflammation of the pancreas that causes severe upper abdominal pain radiating to the back, nausea, and vomiting.
Also known as: inflamed pancreas.
Category: Gastrointestinal
Drugs labeled for Pancreatitis
25 medication ingredients list an association with pancreatitis in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Pancreatitis
The following symptoms have been associated with 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...
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...
Upper Abdominal Pain
Pain in the upper central area of the abdomen, which can be related to the stomach, esophagus, pancreas, or ga...
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Pancreatitis
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Pancreatitis. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Alt Blood Test Sgpt For Liver
This blood test measures levels of Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), an enzyme in the blood, to help determine l...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Kidney & Liver Tests
Fast, easy and affordable kidney & liver health lab tests-- no insurance or a doctor's referral needed. Simply...
Online Liver Function Test Lft Test
Liver function tests are common tests that are used to see how well the liver is working and assess its overal...
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Pancreatitis, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
Behçet disease
Behçet disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis
Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
IgG4-related retroperitoneal fibrosis
IgG4-related retroperitoneal fibrosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and ...
Microscopic polyangiitis
Microscopic polyangiitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for severe persistent abdominal pain, especially radiating to the back.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pancreatitis?
Pancreatitis is a health condition described in medical literature. Inflammation of the pancreas that causes severe upper abdominal pain radiating to the back, nausea, and vomiting.
What are the symptoms of Pancreatitis?
Pancreatitis is associated with 5 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Fever, Nausea and vomiting, Upper Abdominal Pain, Weight loss. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Pancreatitis diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Pancreatitis include Alt Blood Test Sgpt For Liver, Amylase, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Kidney & Liver Tests, 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 Pancreatitis, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.