Overview Pancreatitis is inflammation in the pancreas. The pancreas is a long, flat gland that sits tucked in the upper abdomen behind the stomach. The pancreas contains enzymes that aid digestion and hormones that help regulate how the body processes sugar (glucose). Pancreatitis can occur as acute pancreatitis, which means it happens abruptly and lasts for days. Or pancreatitis can occur as chronic pancreatitis that persists over several years. Minor cases of pancreatitis can go away without treatment but serious cases may cause life-threatening complications. Symptoms of Pancreatitis The patient…
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