Chronic- Pancreatitis
Chronic pancreatitis is a established
inflammation of the pancreas that changes the organ's normal structure and functions. It can present as episodes of acute irritation in a previously injured pancreas, or as chronic damage with persistent pain or malabsorption. It is a disease process considered by irreversible harm to the pancreas as distinct from reversible variations in acute pancreatitis.
Upper abdominal pain: Upper abdominal pain which rises after drinking or eating, lessens when fasting or sitting and leaning forward. Some people may not agonize pain.
Nausea and vomiting.
Steatorrhea: Recurrent, oily, foul-smelling bowel movements. Damage to the pancreas reduces the production of pancreatic enzymes that aid absorption, which can result in malnutrition. Fats and nutrients are not fascinated properly, leading to loose, greasy stool known as steatorrhea.
Weight loss even when eating habits and amounts are normal.
Diabetes type 1: Chronic pancreatitis can disturb the capability of the
pancreatic islets to produce insulin to regulate glucose levels, important to
diabetes type 1 Symptoms of
diabetes type 1 include enlarged hunger and thirst, frequent urination, weight loss, and fatigue. The association between etiologic factors, genetic predisposition, and the pace of disease progression requires further clarification, though recent research indicates smoking may be a high-risk factor to develop chronic pancreatitis.
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