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Chronic pancreatitis im newly diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis and fatty liver. i've been having attacks one after the other. i am waiting for pain mgmt to start, but last night the vicodin wouldnt relieve my pain. should i go to er when the pain i

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Trreat illness: Always try to treat the illness, then the pain will abate naturally. Talk to your doctor about diet, alcohol, etc.

Answered 9/20/2012

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Dr. Michel Kahaleh answered

Pancreatitis pain: If you have chronic pancreatitis and pain not responding to strong pain medication, i highly recommend you to be evaluated in the er.

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A member asked:

Chronic pancreatitis im newly diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis and fatty liver. i've been having attacks one after the other. i am waiting for pain mgmt to start, but last night the vicodin wouldnt relieve my pain. should i go to er when the pain i

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Dr. Michel Kahaleh answered

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