Possible: Yes, cancer near the ampulla is a possibility, but you could have an infection, scar tissue, or other problem. You will likely need ERCP, a type of scope procedure to tell what it is for sure. Good luck!
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Maybe, or not...: Could be scarred bile duct, impacted stone (even without a gallbladder). Will need additional testing, e.g. MRCP and/or ERCP. The former is an MRI scan of the area; the latter is an advanced endoscopy technique which allows for biopsy, and stenting through obstruction.
Answered 6/17/2015
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