Pancreatitis Treatment in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai

Acute and chronic pancreatitis

Acute pancreatitis comes on suddenly. Most people recover within a week, but some develop serious complications. Chronic pancreatitis is long-lasting inflammation that slowly damages the pancreas, causing repeated pain, poor digestion and sometimes diabetes.

Common causes

• Gallstones blocking the duct shared by the bile duct and pancreas
• Alcohol use
• Very high blood triglycerides (a type of fat)
• Some medicines, injury, or after ERCP
• Sometimes no cause is found

Symptoms

• Severe pain in the upper middle tummy, often spreading to the back
• Nausea and vomiting
• Fever and a fast heartbeat
• In chronic pancreatitis: repeated pain, oily or foul-smelling stools, and weight loss

How pancreatitis is diagnosed

Diagnosis is based on symptoms, blood tests (such as lipase or amylase) and imaging such as ultrasound, which also checks for gallstones. A CT scan may be needed to assess severity. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: CT access]

Treatment of acute pancreatitis

• Admission for fluids through a drip, pain relief and close monitoring
• Early feeding when possible, which helps recovery
• ICU care in our ICU for severe cases with organ problems
• ERCP if a stone is blocking the bile duct or there is infection
• Gallbladder removal, usually during the same admission or soon after, for gallstone pancreatitis
• Stopping alcohol completely if it was the cause

Treatment of chronic pancreatitis

Care focuses on pain control, stopping alcohol and smoking, enzyme supplements with meals to help digestion, diet advice and managing diabetes if it develops.

Complications and surgery

Severe pancreatitis can lead to fluid collections, infected tissue, or problems with the lungs and kidneys. Some complications need drainage or surgery. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: pancreatic surgery (pancreatectomy) is on hold in the taxonomy. Confirm scope before adding any surgical treatment claims]

 Our pancreatitis care team

Pancreatitis care at Apex is supported by the gastroenterology and surgical teams, including:

• Dipak Ahire, MD, DNB (Gastroenterology) [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: Services page says MBBS, MD Gastroenterology; Doctors page says MD, DNB (Gastro). Confirm exact degrees]
• Dipak Shashi Kumar, MBBS, MD (Gastroenterology) [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: confirm super-speciality degree (DM or DNB Gastroenterology)]
• Sandeep Tayade, MS (General & Laparoscopic Surgery)

Meet the team on our doctors page.

Pancreatitis treatment in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai

Emergency care, ICU, ERCP and surgery are available in one hospital. Apex Multispeciality Hospital is in Sector 19, Kopar Khairane, near MSEB, and serves patients from Kopar Khairane, Ghansoli, Vashi and nearby parts of Navi Mumbai. Get directions.

Frequently asked questions

Is pancreatitis an emergency?

Acute pancreatitis needs hospital care. Severe upper tummy pain with vomiting should be checked in an emergency department straight away.

Can gallstones cause pancreatitis?

Yes. Gallstones are one of the most common causes. Removing the gallbladder helps prevent it happening again.

Can I drink alcohol after pancreatitis?

No. Alcohol should be stopped completely, especially if it caused the pancreatitis.

How long does it take to recover from acute pancreatitis?

Mild cases often improve within a week. Severe cases can need weeks of hospital care.

Can chronic pancreatitis cause diabetes?

Yes. Long-term damage can affect insulin production, so blood sugar is monitored.

Sources

• NHS: Acute pancreatitis