{"id":580,"date":"2022-05-16T03:07:34","date_gmt":"2022-05-16T07:07:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/health.awesomejelly.com\/?p=580"},"modified":"2022-05-16T03:07:34","modified_gmt":"2022-05-16T07:07:34","slug":"warning-signs-of-pancreatitis-t2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/health.awesomejelly.com\/warning-signs-of-pancreatitis-t2\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Warning Signs Of Pancreatitis"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The pancreas plays quite a vital role when it comes to digestion. Located within the upper abdomen, this long and flat gland \u2013 which is about the size of your hand \u2013 sits behind the stomach. As you digest your food, the pancreas produce pancreatic juices called enzymes, and these are in charge of breaking down sugars, fats, and starches, while also making hormones which travel through the bloodstream. They also aid in regulating your blood sugar levels and appetite, while stimulating the stomach acids and alerting you when it\u2019s time to empty your stomach.<\/h6>\n
Pancreatitis is a disease that causes the organ to become inflamed. Usually it is considered acute pancreatitis when it comes on quite suddenly while lasting for a few days. But when it occurs over a number of years, it can be considered chronic pancreatitis. While some cases of pancreatitis are mild enough to be handled with treatment and medication, other times it can be considered severe, sometimes causing certain life-threatening complications.<\/h6>\n
Depending on what kind of pancreatitis you may be experiencing, whether acute or chronic, warning signs and symptoms may be different for some individuals.<\/h6>\n
Here are 10 warning signs of pancreatitis you should look out for.<\/strong><\/h6>\n

1. Upper Abdominal Pain<\/h2>\n

One of the most common signs of pancreatitis is upper abdominal pain. The pain is usually felt in the tummy, normally just below the ribs, and can build up in intensity over a few hours, while even lasting for a number of days. The pain come be sudden and extreme or it can start off as a mild pain that continually gets worse.<\/h6>\n

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2. Tenderness When Touching the Abdomen<\/h2>\n
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Pancreatitis can cause abdominal distention<\/a> and tenderness when the abdomen is touched. This usually is a sign of inflammation or other severe conditions of a certain organ, in this particular case, the pancreas. When the pancreas are inflamed, it may also causes the surrounding areas to feel tender as well. If you notice that your abdomen is swollen and tender, especially when touched or pressure is placed on the tummy, accompanied by pain, be sure to consult with a doctor immediately before your condition becomes more serious.<\/h6>\n

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3. Abdominal Pain that Radiates Towards the Back<\/h2>\n
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More often than not, the abdominal pain that comes with pancreatitis doesn\u2019t just remain in the abdomen, but it spreads towards the back or left shoulder blade area too. It can come on quickly and intensely, or it can be mild pain that slowly gets worse or becomes aggravated after a meal. Although the pain may start in the general area of the tummy, unlike a regular stomach ache, the pain may feel different and quite aggressive. If you notice this type of pain, be sure to seek medical attention immediately.<\/h6>\n

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\u00a04.\u00a0Abdominal Pain that Feels Worse After a Meal<\/h2>\n
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Many times, people associate moderate abdominal pain with hunger pangs, choosing to get a bite to eat to help appease the discomfort. But when your stomach seems to hurt more after a meal than how it felt before, it may be due to pancreatitis. When the pain comes just a few minutes after eating or drinking something, especially after consuming foods that are considered to have high fat content, or it becomes constant and more severe while even lasting for many days, it could be due to pancreatitis. Be sure to consult with a doctor to best diagnose and treat your condition properly.<\/h6>\n

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5. Nausea and Vomiting<\/h2>\n
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Nausea and vomiting are symptoms of a number of different health conditions, such as a stomach flu, motion sickness, blocked intestine, appendicitis, pregnancy and many more. It is also a warning sign<\/a> that you could be suffering from severe or acute pancreatitis. Individuals may have the urge to vomit, or end up actually vomiting, sometimes due to gallstones blocking the opening of the pancreas. If you are feeling nauseous or are actually vomiting, alongside other warning signs on this list, be sure to head straight to the emergency room to get the necessary medical attention.<\/h6>\n

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6. Fever<\/h2>\n
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For the average person, their normal body temperature sits around 98.6\u00b0 Fahrenheit, or 37\u00b0 Celsius. When you have a fever<\/a>, it means that your body temperature has risen temporarily to a higher degree, usually as a response by the immune system to fight off infection or disease. Although having a fever doesn\u2019t automatically mean that you have a serious condition, it still means that your body is fighting something. Since pancreatitis can cause inflammation, pain, nausea and other symptoms, a fever is yet another warning sign that there is something wrong. Although most fevers are easily treatable, when accompanied by other worrisome symptoms, it should never be ignored.<\/h6>\n

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7. Rapid Pulse<\/h2>\n
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A rapid pulse is explained as when your heart rate, which is your pulse, is beating faster than normal. Although heart rates may vary from person to person, it is considered fast when your heart is beating at 100 to 140 beats per minute<\/a>. Normally, a person experiences a rapid heartrate when they are exercising or exerting effort, have inflammation or accumulation of fluid within the chest cavity, or are fighting an infection or disease. When accompanied by other warning signs on this list, a rapid pulse may also be an indication of pancreatitis and a sign of a more serious case, which also requires immediate medical attention.<\/h6>\n

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8. Unexplained Weight Loss<\/h2>\n
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One warning sign that leans towards chronic pancreatitis is unexplained weight loss, despite having a normal appetite and the same eating habits as before. When it comes to pancreatitis, weight loss happens due to the body being unable to secrete enough pancreatic enzymes needed to digest food, so the nutrients are not absorbed normally within the body. Eventually, this leads to patients having malnutrition because of the fat excretion in their stool.<\/h6>\n

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9. Steatorrhea<\/h2>\n
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Many times, patients that suffer from pancreatitis also suffer from steatorrhea. The NIH<\/a> defines steatorrhea as \u2018an increase\u00a0in fat excretion in the\u00a0stools,\u2019 while causing fat malabsorption in the body. Stools tend to appear bulkier in appearance, while also being pale in color, while being rather foul smelling as well. They normally are covered in a greasy film, alongside what appears to be drops of oil in the water of the toilet bowl. Steatorrhea is often a sign of chronic pancreatitis and requires medical attention, often treated through oral medication and changes to one\u2019s diet.<\/h6>\n

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When to See A Doctor<\/h2>\n
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If you experience any of these warning signs, especially abdominal pain that is so severe that you can\u2019t seem to find a comfortable position or find it difficult to sit still, you need to make an appointment with your doctor immediately to better understand what\u2019s going on. Untreated pancreatitis can lead to serious and life threatening conditions, such as infections, breathing problems, kidney or organ failure, and even necrotizing pancreatitis, which means death in some sections of the pancreas. Moreover, it can also increase one\u2019s risk of malnutrition, diabetes<\/a>, unwanted weight loss, and even pancreatic cancer<\/a>.<\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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