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Does chronic pancreatitis affect those who do not drink?

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Dr. Gutti Rao answered

Specializes in Hospital-based practice

Yes: Yes there other causes like certain medication, high triglycerides, bile duct stones etc.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. Melissa Gowans answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

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.

Answered 11/9/2014

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