HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Abdominal Pain With Calcium Deposits On The Pancreas?

I have a history of Severe Gastritis and IBS. I recently had an an abdomen ultra sound that showed calcium deposits on the pancreas and swollen veins. I continue to have regular pain on the upper left side of my abdomen. I the radiologist has recommended a CT scan. I do not drink and everything I read points to that as the issue with the Pancreas. Is there another explanation?
Wed, 26 Apr 2017
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
Resepcted user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly.
*There is definate need of CT abdomen according to your radiologist.
*Pancreatic calcification is not only seen in alcoholics, there are various other
reasons for Chronic Pancreatitis which will lead to calcium deposits in
pancreas.
- gall bladder stones
- infections
- some medications
- trauma / surgery to the abdomen
- blood vessel disease
- elevated calcium levels
- genetic mutations
- extremely high triglyceride levels.
- almost 5-6% of patients fulfilling Rome II criteria for IBS have Pancreatic
exocrine insufficiency
Hope this clears your query.
Thanks for using Health Care Magic & keeping trust in our medical services.
Wishing you fine recovery from the same.
Regards dear take care.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on digestive issues share your reports here and Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Gastritis


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Abdominal Pain With Calcium Deposits On The Pancreas?

Resepcted user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly. *There is definate need of CT abdomen according to your radiologist. *Pancreatic calcification is not only seen in alcoholics, there are various other reasons for Chronic Pancreatitis which will lead to calcium deposits in pancreas. - gall bladder stones - infections - some medications - trauma / surgery to the abdomen - blood vessel disease - elevated calcium levels - genetic mutations - extremely high triglyceride levels. - almost 5-6% of patients fulfilling Rome II criteria for IBS have Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency Hope this clears your query. Thanks for using Health Care Magic & keeping trust in our medical services. Wishing you fine recovery from the same. Regards dear take care.