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Is pancreatic cancer a common cause of mildly elevated lipase levels?
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Th 2 different lipa: There is a lipase made in the mouth and one made in the pancreas and they are chemically distinguishable. So yes. pancreatic cancer can raise lipase levels.
Answered 6/16/2021
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No: More likely is cholelithiasis with common duct stones and alcohol abuse
Answered 4/25/2021
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