Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas and may be acute or chronic. A major symptom is upper abdominal pain that may spread to the back. Acute pancreatitis may also cause nausea, vomiting, fever, a fast heartbeat and abdominal tenderness; chronic pancreatitis may be associated with persistent pain, digestive problems or weight loss.

Diagnosis

Evaluation may involve medical history, examination, blood tests and imaging such as ultrasound, CT, MRI/MRCP or other investigations depending on the clinical situation.

Relevant specialist

Dr. Sarvjeet Kumar — Gastroenterologist

Pancreatitis, including chronic pancreatitis, is within his clinical scope.

Related services

ERCP can be relevant in selected pancreatitis or pancreatic/biliary duct situations, but pancreatitis does not automatically mean that ERCP is required.