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Pancreatitis


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Definition

Pancreatitis is an inflammation or infection of the pancreas -- an elongated, tapered gland that is located behind the stomach. The pancreas secretes digestive enzymes and the hormones insulin and glucagon.

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Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors

The various types of pancreatitis involve irritation, inflammation, and infection of the pancreas. The disorders differ according to whether symptoms develop suddenly or slowly.

Specific types of pancreatitis are:

Chronic pancreatitis (inflammation)
Acute pancreatitis (inflammation)
Pancreatic abscess (related to an infection)

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Review Date : 10/9/2003
Reviewed By : Christian Stone, M. D., Division of Gastroenterology, Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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