Doctor explains Acute Pancreatitis | Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

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In this video Dr O'Donovan covers key things you need to know about Acute Pancreatitis. Acute pancreatitis is a condition where the pancreas becomes inflamed (swollen) over a short period of time. The pancreas is a small organ, located behind the stomach, that helps with digestion. Most people with acute pancreatitis start to feel better within about a week and have no further problems. But some people with severe acute pancreatitis can go on to develop serious complications. Acute pancreatitis is different to chronic pancreatitis, where the pancreas has become permanently damaged from inflammation over many years. Symptoms of acute pancreatitis: The most common symptoms of acute pancreatitis include: - suddenly getting severe pain in the centre of your tummy (abdomen) - feeling or being sick - a high temperature of 38C or more (fever) Read more about the symptoms of acute pancreatitis and diagnosing acute pancreatitis. When to get medical help See a GP immediately if you suddenly develop severe abdominal pain. If this isn't possible, contact NHS 111 for advice. Causes of acute pancreatitis Acute pancreatitis is most often linked to: gallstones, drinking too much alcohol, but sometimes the cause is not known. By reducing how much alcohol you drink and altering your diet to make gallstones less likely, you can reduce your chances of developing acute pancreatitis. How it's treated Treatment for acute pancreatitis aims to help control the condition and manage any symptoms. This usually involves admission to hospital. You may be given fluids directly into a vein (intravenous fluids), pain relief, liquid food through a tube in your tummy and oxygen through tubes in your nose. Most people with acute pancreatitis get better within a week and are well enough to leave hospital after a few days. Recovery can take longer in severe cases, as some people can develop complications. Content and time stamps 00:00 - Introduction 00:24 - What is acute pancreatitis? 01:24 - Symptoms of Acute Pancreatitis 02:14 - Causes of acute pancreatitis 04:28 - Acute pancreatitis treatment More information: NHS (UK) - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/acute-pancreatitis/ Cleveland Clinic (USA) -https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8103-pancreatitis ************************************************************************ Connect through: YouTube: www.youtube.com/doctorodonovan​ TikTok: @doctorodonovan Website: www.doctorodonovan.com ************************************************************************** Disclaimer: The video is intended as an educational resource only. The information within this video or on this channel isn't designed to replace professional input, so if you have any medical issues please consult a medical provider. No professional relationship is being created by watching this video. Dr. O’Donovan cannot give any individual medical advice. All information should be verified for accuracy by the individual user. Dr O’Donovan accepts no responsibility for individual interpretation of data, although it is always accurate to the best of his knowledge at the time of the video being published. This is an EDUCATIONAL video. Images are used in accordance with fair use guidelines. Legal information: Content provided via YouTube is for general information purposes ONLY. Information videos are not produced to provide individualised medical advice. Medical education videos on Doctor O'Donovan are not a substitute for professional professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. NEVER ignore professional medical advice because of something you have heard here. ALWAYS consult your doctor regarding any concerns about your condition or treatment.