Chronic Pancreatitis
Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Long-Term Management
Advanced Digestive & Pancreatic Care in Thane – By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
What Is Chronic Pancreatitis?
Chronic pancreatitis is a long-standing inflammation of the pancreas that leads to permanent structural damage, resulting in impaired digestion and insulin production.
Unlike acute pancreatitis, it is a progressive disease requiring long-term care.
Common Causes of Chronic Pancreatitis
✔ Long-term alcohol consumption
✔ Genetic factors
✔ Recurrent acute pancreatitis
✔ Autoimmune pancreatitis
✔ Pancreatic duct obstruction
✔ Idiopathic causes
Symptoms of Chronic Pancreatitis
✔ Persistent upper abdominal pain
✔ Pain radiating to the back
✔ Weight loss
✔ Fatty stools (steatorrhea)
✔ Malnutrition
✔ Diabetes mellitus
Warning Signs 🚨
🚨 Severe unrelenting pain
🚨 Uncontrolled diabetes
🚨 Progressive weight loss
🚨 Recurrent hospitalizations
How Is Chronic Pancreatitis Diagnosed?
✔ Blood tests
✔ Ultrasound abdomen
✔ CT scan abdomen
✔ MRI/MRCP
✔ Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
Treatment of Chronic Pancreatitis
Medical Management
✔ Pain control
✔ Pancreatic enzyme supplements
✔ Insulin therapy (if needed)
✔ Nutritional support
Lifestyle Modification
✔ Complete abstinence from alcohol
✔ Smoking cessation
✔ Small frequent meals
✔ High-protein diet
Endoscopic Treatment
✔ Pancreatic duct stenting
✔ Stone removal
When Is Surgery Required?
✔ Intractable pain
✔ Pancreatic duct obstruction
✔ Complications like pseudocyst
✔ Failure of medical treatment
Surgical Treatment Options
✔ Lateral pancreaticojejunostomy
✔ Pancreatic resection procedures
✔ Laparoscopic pancreatic surgery
Recovery & Long-Term Care
✔ Symptom control focus
✔ Regular nutritional assessment
✔ Blood sugar monitoring
✔ Long-term follow-up
Possible Complications If Untreated
✔ Chronic pain syndrome
✔ Diabetes mellitus
✔ Malnutrition
✔ Pancreatic cancer (rare)
Why Choose Dr. Ankur Bhanushali?
✔ Expertise in pancreatic disorders
✔ Multidisciplinary treatment approach
✔ Advanced surgical and endoscopic care
✔ Patient-centered long-term management
Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – Full Address
📍 1st Floor, Marigold Apartment
Almeda Road, Panch Pakhdi,
Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
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📍 Shop No. 4, Laxmi Krupa Building
Edulji Road, Charai,
Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
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