A 29-year-old member asked:
Does chronic pancreatitis affect those who do not drink?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Gutti Raoanswered
Hospital-based practice 47 years experience
Yes: Yes there other causes like certain medication, high triglycerides, bile duct stones etc.
5.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Melissa Gowansanswered
Pediatrics 16 years experience
Absolutely: There are many causes for pancreatitis besides alcohol use. Gall stones, certain medications, cigarette smoking, CF, infection, family history, previous abdominal surgery, abdominal injury - to name a few.
3.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Nov 9, 2014
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