Overview
Acute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation in the pancreas. The pancreas is the gland that affects digestion and blood sugar. The condition can last for days. Common causes include gallstones and unhealthy alcohol use.
Symptoms
Symptoms include upper belly pain that radiates to the back and nausea.
Treatments
The condition requires hospitalization. Treatments include IV fluids, medicines, and surgery.
Last Updated: October 8th, 2025
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