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33m, had very slightly raised alt in september. retest: normal, ultrasound showed "normal pancreas". have mild abd pain. pancreatic cancer a concern?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

NO...but: I suggest an abdominal ultrasound to rule out gallstons or an inflammed gallbladder.

Answered 1/8/2019

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A member asked:

33m, had very slightly raised alt in september. retest: normal, ultrasound showed "normal pancreas". have mild abd pain. pancreatic cancer a concern?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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