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Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What can be done to prevent the disease?

The prevention of pancreatitis depends on the cause. For example, avoiding alcohol will help prevent pancreatitis caused by alcoholism. Prompt treatment of gallstones and a diet low in fat may be helpful.

What are the long-term effects of the disease?

Chronic pancreatitis can lead to diabetes due to the destruction of the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin. Weight loss may be caused by poor absorption of nutrients. Severe bleeding, damage to the pancreas, or a secondary infection in the pancreas may occur. Some cases of pancreatitis can be fatal.

What are the risks to others?

Pancreatitis is not contagious and poses no risk to others.


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Author: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 07/05/01



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