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One of the main functions of the pancreas is the secretion of digestive enzymes such as proteases, trypsin, amylase and lipase. During a case of pancreatitis (the inflammation of the pancreas) swelling causes leakage of the digestive enzymes, whereby the pancreas literally starts to "digest itself".
The nausea can by brought on by one of two things;
- Pain
Acute pancreatitis is characterized by severe pain. As you can imagine, organs trying to digest themselves aren't overly concerned with your comfort. Pain itself often times will produce nausea.
- Improper food digestion
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What are the telltale symptoms of pancreatitis?
Acute pancreatitis is a condition where the pancreas suddenly becomes inflamed. The features of acute pancreatitis include upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, loss of appetite, tachycardia and peritonitis.
Where can one find info about pancretitis?
Pancreatitis symptoms are almost identical to gallstones, since gallstones are usually what cause it. Upper right abdominal pain that spreads to the back, nausea, and some vomiting are the most common signs of acute pancreatitis.
What are the symptoms of acute renal failure?
The symptoms of acute renal failure include weight loss, vomiting, nausea, more frequent urination, blood in the urine, itching, swelling of legs, swelling of ankles. There are several other symptoms as well.
Weight loss diarrhea nausea and vomiting after eating?
There are many conditions that can cause diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting after consuming a meal. If this is of an acute onset, you may be have gastroenteritis. As with all things, if these symptoms last for more than a day or two consult a physician.
What causes swollen liver and pancreas?
Pancreatitis is literally inflammation of the pancreas. Many patients do have mild swelling in the abdomen, not all will. The most common symptom of pancreatitis is pain. Some present with nausea, vomiting, fever or chills as well.
What are the signs or symptoms of gastroenteritis?
Symptoms depend on the kind of gastroenteritis. Generally most gastroenteritis are accompanied with these common symptoms: Diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, nausea, dehydration, and low grade fever. The intensity of these symptoms depends on the severity and type of gastroenteritis.
What happens if pancreas swells?
Pancreatitis, quite literally "inflammation of the pancreas", causes the pancreas to swell. Pain, nausea (sometimes vomiting) and abdominal distention and tenderness are all likely to occur during an attack of acute pancreatitis. The pancreatic juices which contain digestive enzymes leak during this condition and cause the organ to essentially "digest itself".
What are some Foods that are easily digested for someone who suffers acute pancreatitis?
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What are the symptoms of pancreatic?
Symptoms of pancreatitis include upper abdominal pain that radiates into the back (often aggravated by eating foods high in fat), a swollen and tender abdomen, nausea and vomiting, fever, and an increased heart rate.
What food do you have to avoid if you have acute pancreatitis?
Your doctor will give you an extensive list of foods to avoid with acute pancreatitis. There will be many foods that will not sit well with you.
What symptoms are associated with acute porphyria?
Most people who inherit the gene for acute porphyria never actually develop symptoms. However, some people will have nausea, muscle fatigue, and purple urine.
Greater than 5x normal AST?
Acute hepatitis, acute pancreatitis, acute hepatocellular disruption....
