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What Causes Fatigue And Body Ache While Suffering From Pancreatitis?
I had pancreatitis about 6 months ago. I was drinking daily straight vodka as much as a 1/5 a day for about a year. By the way I have not had ANY alcohol since. I just keep loosing weight. I have lost 40 lbs down to 160 and I am 5 11 . Energy sucks. Some all over achyness. Back and left knee mostly. I am 63 yrs old.
Fri, 26 Oct 2018
Hello,
Sounds to have nutritional deficiency states from a previous pancreatitis which may be having chronic phase keeping in concern the weight loss.
It is suggested to get a CT scan of abdomen & pelvis with basic lab tests with your doc for further guidelines.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Purva Patel, General & Family Physician
Sounds to have nutritional deficiency states from a previous pancreatitis which may be having chronic phase keeping in concern the weight loss.
It is suggested to get a CT scan of abdomen & pelvis with basic lab tests with your doc for further guidelines.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Purva Patel, General & Family Physician
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