I Have Severe Upper Abdominal Pain — Could It Be Pancreatitis?
Severe upper abdominal pain, especially if it spreads to the back or is associated with vomiting and fever, could be a sign of pancreatitis. Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas and may occur due to gallstones, alcohol, or other causes. Early diagnosis is important because severe pancreatitis can become life-threatening if ignored. Dr. Digant Pathak at Care Multi Speciality Hospital, Jabalpur specializes in advanced gastrointestinal and laparoscopic treatment including pancreatitis management.