Pancreatitis is galling of the pancreas. It happens when digestive enzymes start digesting the pancreas itself. Pancreatitis can be acute or chronic. Either form is serious and can lead to complications.
The pancreas is a large gland behind the stomach and close to the first part of the small intestine. It secretes digestive juices into the small intestine through a tube called the pancreatic duct. The pancreas also releases the hormones insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream.
The most common cause is to take heavy alcohol.
Chronic pancreatitis does not heal or improve. It gets worse over time and leads to permanent damage.
Acute pancreatitis occurs suddenly and usually goes away in a few days with treatment. It is often caused by gallstones . Common symptoms are severe pain in the upper abdomen, nausea, and vomiting. Treatment is usually a few days in the hospital for intravenous (IV) fluids, antibiotics, and medicines to relieve pain.
That looks a sever disease 😢😢