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My amylase and lipase levels are mildly elevated (159 and 152 respectively) and ive been getting recurrent once a month diarrea thats oily for a few years. otherwise no pain.. is pancreatitis unlikely given the lack of symptoms? (never drank?
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You may have a type of.mild pancreatitis which causes intermittent malabsorption of fats resulting in passing loose greasy stools. I recommend consulting a gastroenterologist for evaluation & advice. Appropriate testing, including measurement of serum triglycerides, will be ordered.
Answered 7/18/2023
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