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Ct scan shows unenhanced pancreas is normal without surrounding inflammation and visible duct dilation.there maybe punctate probable calcification pancreatic tail image 15 of 903? does this mean i have pancreatitis?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Pancreas: although any symptoms you may have need to be correlated with your lab and x-ray results, this CT scan seems to indicate that you do not have pancreatitis. If you're having persistent symptoms, see your doctor. Good Luck.

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Answered 1/26/2016

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