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Is pancreatitis genetic or diabetes related? how probable is it that diabetic has kidney issues?

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Dr. Gutti Rao answered

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Pancreatitis: Pancreatitis is not genetic neither related to diabetes. Chronic pancreatitis can manifest as diabetes. Indirectly in diabetes high triglyceredemia can accuse pancreatitis. Dm long standing 10-15 years span can develop kidney disease.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Endocrinologist : It could be genetically related or indirectly associated with diabetes. You should consult with your endocrinologist.

Answered 3/9/2013

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