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How normal is it for someone in there mid 20s to get a pancreatitis or gall bladder prob ?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Not often: But can happen, you need to avoid alcohol, excessive fatty meals and other dietary measures, .. see a gastroenterologist for evaluation, you can start with your primary doctor, good luck

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/20/2019

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A member asked:

How normal is it for someone in there mid 20s to get a pancreatitis or gall bladder prob ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

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