10 Pancreatitis Causes
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Cause #3: Gallstones
Gallstones are small stones that form in the gallbladder. Pancreatitis develops when these stones move from the gallbladder and block the opening of the pancreas. In cases where gallstones are causing pancreas inflammation, it is necessary to surgically remove the gallbladder as future gallstones can lead to recurrence of pancreatitis.
If pancreatitis reoccurs the pancreas continues to incur damage, leading to scar tissue which will alter the normal functioning of this important organ and increase the risk for pancreatic cancer.
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