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What Causes Backache While Suffering From Pancreatitis?

I was in the hospital 3 weeks ago with what they diagnosed was a mild case of pancreatitis. My gall bladder was removed 3 years ago. I do not drink and I eat healthy. They ran several tests but could not determine the cause for my pancreatitis . I continue to have back pain at times severe mid back in same area as before. I am afraid of this pain because of how it progresses but I have spent a lot of money at hospital with no answers and no treatment. I do not take any pain medication other than Tylenol and very rarely do I take it. I am exhausted and frustrated and still do not know what to do.
Mon, 21 May 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Your back pain may be due to pancreatitis. As pancreas is retro peritoneal organ which means situated in relation to back, pain originated from pancreas inflammation radiates to back. Still I would like to advise X-ray of the dorsolumbar spine anteroposterior and lateral views to rule out bony pathology. Meanwhile start tab Tramadol for pain relief. please take opinion from orthopedic surgeon nearby your area with X-ray report.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What Causes Backache While Suffering From Pancreatitis?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Your back pain may be due to pancreatitis. As pancreas is retro peritoneal organ which means situated in relation to back, pain originated from pancreas inflammation radiates to back. Still I would like to advise X-ray of the dorsolumbar spine anteroposterior and lateral views to rule out bony pathology. Meanwhile start tab Tramadol for pain relief. please take opinion from orthopedic surgeon nearby your area with X-ray report. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.