Pancreatitis

Definition

Pancreatitis is inflammation or infection of the pancreas. The pancreas, a gland located behind the stomach, releases the hormones insulin and glucagon and substances that help with digestion.

Symptoms

Symptoms may include:

• Abdominal pain
• Chills
• Clammy skin
• Fatty stools
• Fever
• Mild jaundice
• Nausea
• Sweating
• Weakness
• Weight loss
• Vomiting