A member asked:

Hi after being diagnosed w accute pancreatitis it was caused from binge drinking, can i ever have a sip of beer again? is wine better?or a cigar ?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

No alcohol: I would avoid anything that can damage your body. Obviously alcohol is very toxic to your pancreas and must be avoided at all costs. Smoking carries its own risks. I would recommend an aa group where smoking is not allowed and individual therapy to deal with better coping mechanisms.

Answered 8/3/2013

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Risky: Drinking again could bring on another bout of pancreatitis. Cigars won't.

Answered 8/18/2013

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