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Pancreatitis
Pancreatitis is the inflammation of pancreas. Pancreatitis may be caused by a gallstone obstruction in the duct, alcoholism, certain medications, autoimmune diseases, infections, metabolic disorders, injury or previous surgery.
Symptoms of pancreatitis include pain in the upper abdomen that radiates to the back, abdominal tenderness, fever, nausea, vomiting, rapid pulse, unexplained weight loss, oily, smelly stools (steatorrhea).
Treatment will depend on the cause of pancreatitis. Treatment options include ERCPÂ (Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) to remove gallstone, removal of gallbladder, surgery to clear pancreas, draining the stomach, medication to cure infection and reduce pain.
Treatment for alcoholism, diet change, enzyme replacement and nutrition through feeding tube are also offered.
Our specialists offer the best treatment for pancreatitis. Our expert gastro surgeons offer the latest minimally invasive procedures including laparoscopic surgery for quick and painless recovery.
Consult our experienced gastroenterologist for best results.
Pancreatic Cyst
Pancreatic cysts are fluid filled cysts that occur in the pancreas or on them. There are many types of pancreatic cysts. Most are not cancerous, but some may develop into cancer and cause problems.
Symptoms of pancreatic cysts include recurring abdominal pain that radiates to the back, nausea, vomiting, weight loss and feeling full after a small meal.
We monitor non-problematic cysts to track their status and treat those that cause problems. Treatment options include endoscopic procedures to drain them and surgery to remove the cysts that could turn into cancer.
Our expert gastro surgeons offer the latest minimally invasive procedures including laparoscopic surgery for quick and painless recovery.
Consult our experienced gastroenterologist for best results.
Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreas cancer can affect the enzyme creating part of pancreas or the hormone producing cells. Pancreatic cancer disturbs enzyme and hormone production and causes various symptoms.
Symptoms include jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes), intermittent pain in the upper abdomen that radiates to the back, bloating, stomach ulcers, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, loss of appetite, high or low blood sugar, uneasiness, weakness, muscle cramps, fatigue, indigestion, constipation and skin rash.
Treatment will depend on the type of cancer and its stage. Options include surgery to remove cancerous tissue and reduce symptoms and chemotherapy to kill cancer cells.
Consult our gastroenterologist for the most advanced treatment options for pancreatic cancer.
