Acute Pancreatitis – Sudden Severe Abdominal Pain & Lifesaving Treatment Options in Thane
Acute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas — a vital organ responsible for digestion and maintaining blood sugar. It often begins with severe upper abdominal pain and can rapidly progress to life-threatening complications if not treated on time.
This condition requires urgent medical attention, accurate diagnosis, and early intervention to prevent organ failure, infection, and internal bleeding.
At Dr. Ankur Surgical Clinic & Aayush Multispecialty Hospital, Thane, we offer expert evaluation, advanced imaging, endoscopic procedures, and intensive care support for safe and effective pancreatitis management.
✔ What Is Acute Pancreatitis?
The pancreas releases digestive enzymes that help break down food.
In pancreatitis:
- The enzymes become active inside the pancreas itself
- They start “digesting” the pancreas
- This leads to sudden inflammation
- Severe abdominal pain, vomiting, and fever begin
Without rapid treatment, inflammation can spread to surrounding organs.
✔ Causes of Acute Pancreatitis
1. Gallstones (Most Common)
Gallstones can block the bile duct, trapping digestive enzymes inside the pancreas.
2. Alcohol Consumption
Heavy or long-term alcohol intake can irritate and inflame the pancreas.
3. High Triglycerides
Very high fat levels in blood can trigger severe pancreatic inflammation.
4. Post-ERCP / Certain Medications
Sometimes triggered by medical procedures or rare medication reactions.
5. Trauma or Injury
Abdominal trauma can damage pancreatic tissue.
6. Unknown (Idiopathic)
In some patients, the cause cannot be identified immediately.
✔ Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
- Sudden severe upper abdominal pain
- Pain radiating to the back
- Persistent vomiting
- Fever or chills
- Bloating or swollen abdomen
- Rapid heartbeat
- Low blood pressure
- Jaundice (in gallstone pancreatitis)
- Breathlessness
These symptoms require immediate medical evaluation.
✔ Types of Acute Pancreatitis
1. Mild Acute Pancreatitis
- No organ failure
- Usually recovers quickly with supportive care
2. Moderate Acute Pancreatitis
- Temporary organ dysfunction
- Local complications like fluid collections
3. Severe Acute Pancreatitis
- Organ failure
- Risk of infection, bleeding, or shock
- Requires ICU care
✔ Diagnosis
Accurate and early diagnosis saves lives.
- Physical examination
- Blood tests (amylase, lipase)
- Ultrasound to check gallstones
- CT scan or MRI
- ERCP if needed to remove stones
- Vital monitoring for complications
✔ Treatment Options
1. Hospital Admission & Monitoring
Most patients require hospitalization for safe management.
2. IV Fluids & Pain Management
To stabilize the body and reduce inflammation.
3. Treating the Cause
- Gallstone removal (ERCP)
- Stopping alcohol intake
- Controlling triglycerides
- Treating infections
4. Nutritional Support
Liquid diet → soft diet → normal diet as recovery progresses.
5. Surgery When Needed
- Gallbladder removal after recovery
- Drainage of infected fluid collections
- Laparoscopic procedures for complications
✔ Complications If Untreated
- Organ failure
- Pancreatic necrosis (dead tissue)
- Severe infection
- Internal bleeding
- Pseudocyst formation
- Shock (life-threatening)
Hence, immediate treatment is critical.
✔ Why Choose Dr. Ankur Bhanushali for Pancreatitis Care?
- Expertise in diagnosing abdominal & pancreatic diseases
- Advanced imaging support
- Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery for gallstone pancreatitis
- Emergency care available
- Multi-disciplinary support for severe cases
- Round-the-clock monitoring in hospital
- Comprehensive evaluation from diagnosis to recovery
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