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Is it possible to have pancreatic trauma to where it could lead to acute pancreatitis from a violent stomach flu?

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Pancreatitis: A viral infection by itself can cause pancreatitis. The severity is variable. Trauma to the upper abdomen can also cause pancreatitis.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/7/2016

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