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My mom (74) had pancreatitis like 4 months ago , her gallbladder was removed, now she has been feeling not too hungry and a little nauseous and the doctor sent her for labs, it shows the lipase level at 11, amylase 38 is this good of bad?
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Her amylase and lipase are normal, she will need further workup for current symptoms, her current doc remains your best resource to further coordinate.
Answered 9/15/2022
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The pancreatic enzyme levels you reported are in the normal range and are not the cause of her symptoms. It is not feasible to provide a more meaningful opinion without examining her. Wish you good health!
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