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A member asked:
Could pancreatitis cause chest pain as well as back pain? my previous question said i had upper back pain worsening with alcohol use.
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Yes. Seek help: If you are still drinking despite the very serious consequence of pancreatitis, then you should seek help from a qualified professional.
Answered 8/15/2014
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Yes: Acute pancreatitis can present with chest pain, upper back pain or even shoulder pain. Most common is abdominal pain.
Answered 8/5/2016
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